# FAQs — Areion Australia Horse Floats

> Top 25 questions horse owners ask about Areion Australia floats, custom builds, towing, living quarters, finance and warranties.

## Q: Who is Areion Australia?
A: Areion Australia is a boutique manufacturer of custom lightweight horse floats and trailers, built from marine-grade aluminium and composite fibreglass for Australian conditions.

## Q: Where is Areion Australia based?
A: Areion Australia operates from Ellett Road, Pakenham South, Victoria 3810, and delivers to horse owners right across Australia.

## Q: What horse floats does Areion Australia build?
A: Areion Australia builds 2-, 3- and 4-horse angle-load floats — the Traveller, Overnighter, Adventurer, Gooseneck and Gooseneck with Slide-Out Room.

## Q: How much does an Areion Australia horse float cost?
A: Areion Australia floats are custom-built, with indicative starting prices on the Horse Floats page. Final pricing depends on size, layout, finishes and optional living quarters.

## Q: How long does it take to build a custom float?
A: Areion Australia build times vary, but most custom floats take 12–20 weeks from deposit to delivery.

## Q: What makes Areion floats lighter than other horse floats?
A: Areion Australia uses a composite fibreglass foam-core wall and roof system on a marine-grade aluminium chassis, keeping tow weights low without sacrificing strength.

## Q: Are Areion floats corrosion-free?
A: Areion Australia floats use marine-grade aluminium and composite panels with no structural steel — ideal for coastal and high-humidity conditions.

## Q: What vehicle do I need to tow an Areion float?
A: Areion Australia floats are matched to your tow vehicle's braked towing capacity and gross combined mass — most are designed for popular Australian utes and 4WDs.

## Q: Do I need a special licence to tow a horse float?
A: Areion Australia recommends checking your state's road rules — a standard car licence is generally sufficient for floats under GVM limits, but heavier goosenecks may need extra endorsements.

## Q: Are Areion floats insulated?
A: Areion Australia floats are fully insulated through the composite wall and roof construction — cooler in summer, warmer in winter.

## Q: Can I customise the layout?
A: Areion Australia builds every float to order — bay sizes, tack space, windows, vents, awnings, finishes and living quarters are all configurable.

## Q: Do Areion floats come with living quarters?
A: Areion Australia offers living quarters on the Overnighter, Adventurer and Gooseneck models, from simple overnight setups through to full kitchen, bathroom and slide-out room builds.

## Q: What's included as standard?
A: Areion Australia standard inclusions vary by model — typically padded bays, anti-slip flooring, LED lighting, ventilation, full electric brakes and a finished tack area.

## Q: Can I add a kitchen, bathroom or shower?
A: Areion Australia can fit kitchenettes, hot water systems, showers, toilets and full ensuites in the Adventurer and Gooseneck models.

## Q: Do you offer slide-out rooms?
A: Areion Australia builds a Gooseneck with Slide-Out Room — our largest living configuration for extended trips and travelling families.

## Q: How safe are Areion horse floats?
A: Areion Australia engineers every float around horse welfare and road safety — generous bays, smooth interiors, full electric brakes, breakaway systems and a low, stable tow profile.

## Q: What warranty comes with an Areion float?
A: Areion Australia provides a structural warranty on the chassis and composite body, with manufacturer warranties on components.

## Q: How do I service or maintain my float?
A: Areion Australia floats need very little maintenance — periodic bearing and brake checks, wash-downs after coastal trips and an annual inspection.

## Q: Can I order a float from anywhere in Australia?
A: Areion Australia delivers nationwide — pickup from Pakenham South or organised transport to your address.

## Q: Do you offer finance?
A: Areion Australia does not finance directly, but our floats are eligible for standard caravan and trailer finance through Australian lenders and brokers.

## Q: Can I trade in my old float?
A: Areion Australia can discuss trade-ins case-by-case — send photos and details when you enquire.

## Q: Are Areion floats road-registered?
A: Areion Australia delivers every float fully compliant and ready for registration in your state, with all engineering certificates and compliance plates supplied.

## Q: How do I get a quote?
A: Areion Australia provides tailored quotes through the contact form — share your preferred model, layout and tow vehicle and we'll come back with pricing and lead time.

## Q: Can I visit the workshop?
A: Areion Australia welcomes visitors to our Pakenham South workshop by appointment.

## Q: What's the difference between a horse float and a horse trailer?
A: Areion Australia uses the term horse float (the Australian and New Zealand term) for what some markets call a horse trailer — same vehicle, different name.

## Other Pages

- Home: https://areionaustralia.com.au/
- Horse Floats: https://areionaustralia.com.au/horse-floats
- Brochures: https://areionaustralia.com.au/brochures
- About: https://areionaustralia.com.au/about
- Contact: https://areionaustralia.com.au/contact