"V" Hay and Grain Feeder for Three Horses

The overall dimensions are; length 8 feet, width 3 feet and the plywood floor is 25 inches above the ground. These dimensions can be varied depending on breed and height. Position the feeder perpendicular to an outside paddock fence so that the square bales can be thrown in from outside the paddock. By placing it perpendicular to the fence, the horse group is divided in half. The most aggressive horse will be on one side with the other(s) on the end and the opposite side.

Horses may chew the wood. Therefore, use pressure treated lumber on at least part numbers 2, 7 and 9. Do not use creosoted lumber on areas where food could become contaminated.

The dimensions are nominal and can be changed to meet your needs.

1. . 2" x 2" x 26" slats - 5 ½" opening between slats (use a planed 2" x 6" as a spacer)
2. 2" x 4" x 56" legs (height depends on breed)
3. 2" x 6" x 93" cross pieces
4. 2" x 6" x 8 ft. walk plank
5. 2" x 4" x 8 ft. support plank
6. 3" x 8 ft. x ¾" plywood floor notched around ‘2’
7. 2" x 4" x 8ft. keeper board
8. 2" x 6" x 39" cross brace notched around ‘2’
9. 2" x 4" x 36" cross brace
10. 2" x 4" x 10" brace
11. 2" x 6" x 39" cross brace
12. 2" x 4" x 20" blocking
13. 2" x 4" x nominal length brace @ 45°

Reference:

1. Biliski V., Walk Through Hay and Grain Sheep Feeder, Canada Plan Service M-4633

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