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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything horse owners ask us about Areion Australia floats, custom builds, towing, finance and life on the road.
FAQs
Top 25 questions about Areion Australia
Who is Areion Australia?+
Areion Australia is a boutique manufacturer of custom lightweight horse floats and trailers, built from marine-grade aluminium and composite fibreglass for Australian conditions.
Where is Areion Australia based?+
Areion Australia operates from Ellett Road, Pakenham South, Victoria 3810, and delivers to horse owners right across Australia.
What horse floats does Areion Australia build?+
Areion Australia builds 2-, 3- and 4-horse angle-load floats, including the Traveller, Overnighter, Adventurer, Gooseneck and Gooseneck with Slide-Out Room.
How much does an Areion Australia horse float cost?+
Areion Australia floats are custom-built, with indicative starting prices published on the Horse Floats page. Final pricing depends on size, layout, finishes and optional living quarters.
How long does it take to build a custom float?+
Areion Australia build times vary by model and current order book, but most custom floats take 12–20 weeks from deposit to delivery. We confirm a realistic timeframe when you order.
What makes Areion floats lighter than other horse floats?+
Areion Australia uses a composite fibreglass foam-core wall and roof system on a marine-grade aluminium chassis, which keeps tow weights low without compromising strength or insulation.
Are Areion floats corrosion-free?+
Areion Australia floats are built with marine-grade aluminium and composite panels — there is no structural steel to rust, making them ideal for coastal, wet and high-humidity conditions.
What vehicle do I need to tow an Areion float?+
Areion Australia floats are designed to tow safely behind popular Australian utes and 4WDs. We match each model to your tow vehicle's braked towing capacity and gross combined mass.
Do I need a special licence to tow a horse float?+
Areion Australia recommends checking your state's road rules — a standard car licence is generally sufficient for floats under the GVM limits, but goosenecks and heavier combinations may require additional endorsements.
Are Areion floats insulated?+
Areion Australia floats are fully insulated through the composite wall and roof construction, keeping horses cooler in summer and warmer in cold weather.
Can I customise the layout?+
Areion Australia builds every float to order — bay sizes, tack space, windows, vents, awnings, finishes and living quarters are all configurable to suit your horses and how you travel.
Do Areion floats come with living quarters?+
Areion Australia offers living quarters on the Overnighter, Adventurer and Gooseneck models, ranging from simple overnight setups through to full kitchen, bathroom and slide-out room builds.
What's included as standard?+
Areion Australia standard inclusions vary by model and are listed in each brochure — typically padded bays, anti-slip flooring, LED lighting, ventilation, full electric brakes and a finished tack area.
Can I add a kitchen, bathroom or shower?+
Areion Australia can fit kitchenettes, hot water systems, showers, toilets and full ensuites in the Adventurer and Gooseneck models, depending on the chosen layout.
Do you offer slide-out rooms?+
Areion Australia builds a Gooseneck with Slide-Out Room — our largest living configuration, designed for extended trips, shows and travelling families.
How safe are Areion horse floats?+
Areion Australia engineers every float around horse welfare and road safety — generous bay sizes, smooth interior finishes, full electric brakes, breakaway systems and a low, stable tow profile.
What warranty comes with an Areion float?+
Areion Australia provides a structural warranty on the chassis and composite body, with separate manufacturer warranties on components such as appliances, axles and brakes. Details are confirmed at order.
How do I service or maintain my float?+
Areion Australia floats need very little maintenance — periodic bearing and brake checks, wash-downs after coastal trips and the usual annual inspection. We provide a care guide on handover.
Can I order a float from anywhere in Australia?+
Areion Australia delivers nationwide. We can arrange pickup from our Pakenham South workshop or organise transport to your address anywhere in Australia.
Do you offer finance?+
Areion Australia does not finance directly, but our floats are eligible for standard caravan and trailer finance through most Australian lenders and brokers.
Can I trade in my old float?+
Areion Australia can discuss trade-ins on a case-by-case basis. Send us photos and details of your existing float when you enquire and we'll let you know what's possible.
Are Areion floats road-registered?+
Areion Australia delivers every float fully compliant and ready for registration in your state, with all engineering certificates and compliance plates supplied.
How do I get a quote?+
Areion Australia provides tailored quotes through the contact form on our website — share your preferred model, layout and tow vehicle and we'll come back with pricing and lead time.
Can I visit the workshop?+
Areion Australia welcomes visitors to our Pakenham South workshop by appointment — please contact us first so we can make sure someone is available to show you through.
What's the difference between a horse float and a horse trailer?+
Areion Australia uses the term horse float (the Australian and New Zealand term) for what some markets call a horse trailer — both describe the same towed vehicle for transporting horses.