Cutter Trailer

Cowboy Cutter Series by Merhow Unmatched Durability & Safety Built on Merhow’s legacy of quality since 1955, the Cowboy Cutter Series features a robust aluminum frame, extruded aluminum floors, and full-height extruded aluminum sides in the horse area for maximum strength and longevity. Safety is paramount: electric brakes on all wheels, break-away emergency brake switch, safety chains, and a drive-on trailer tire changing assistant ensure peace of mind on every journey. Premium Horse Comfort & Convenience * Each stall is equipped with padded dividers, air flow shoulder sections, and both interior and exterior horse ties for secure, stress-free travel. * Ballistic liner sheets (48" high) on partition and head walls, plus .100 aluminum kick plates, protect your investment and your horses. * Rubber mats in both the horse area and dressing room, plus a 3" rubber docking bumper, add comfort and protection. Smart Tack & Gear Management * Wall-mounted, extreme duty saddle racks (eight saddle seats standard), brush boxes, and heavy-duty bridle hooks keep gear organized and accessible. * Dressing room finished in ply-felt, with flip-up cleat step and carpeted riser wall bunk floor for a touch of luxury. Lighting & Electrical Excellence * LED clearance and stop/tail lights, 12V load lights over doors, and 3-way stall lights ensure visibility and safety day or night. * Optional upgrades include high-intensity LED lights, stall fans, and battery containment solutions for extended off-grid capability. Exterior Style & Customization * Choose from a range of exterior skin colors and graphics packages to match your style. * Stainless steel nose wrap and optional hay rack or hay pod (with ladder and walk platform) add both function and flair. Warranty & Peace of Mind * 8-Year Merhow Structural Warranty and 2-Year Hitch-to-Bumper Warranty reflect Merhow’s commitment to lasting value. Technical Highlights * Dexter EZ-Lube torsion axles for smooth, reliable towing. * One-piece aluminum roof and full-height cam bars with Bauer locking hasp on rear doors for security and weather resistance. Why Choose the Cowboy Cutter Series? * The Cowboy Cutter Series by Merhow is engineered for horse owners who demand rugged reliability, thoughtful design, and premium features—all backed by decades of Merhow craftsmanship. Whether you’re hauling to shows, ranches, or trails, this trailer delivers comfort, safety, and style that stands out from the crowd.

Models

Standards

Doors & Windows

50/50 overlapping rear doors, skin colored with no center post or air gaps & wrap-around hinges. (no windows).
curb side dressing room door with paddle latch bauer locking hasp. plant made, square corner.
full height cam bars with bauer locking hasp on rear doors.

Dressing room

carpeted riser wall bunk floor with gray carpet.
dressing room finished off in ply-felt.
dressing room is standard at 58" and includes no windows.
ply-felt over aluminum sheet on dressing room side of partition wall.

Electrical & Electrical Distribution

break-away emergency brakes switch.
7 way bargeman cord for trailer lights.

Frame & Structure

3" rubber docking bumper at bottom side of rear hoop.
coupler designed for 2 5/16" ball.
safety chains.
36 3/8" stall setting (measured center of hinge pins)
4" cross members commonly on 14" centers.
extruded aluminum floor below dressing room & horse area.
front nose of interior is lined with .100 aluminum sheet behind the ply-felt.
full height extruded aluminum sides in horse area with two upper air gaps. includes slots for plexiglas.
one piece seamless aluminum roof.
white, .040 exterior aluminum skin forward of horse area and in the bunk area. (optional color upgrades)
.100 aluminum kick plate on butt wall behind ballistic liner sheet.
(1) horse tie on curb side exterior standard per horse stall.
(1) horse tie on road side exterior standard per horse stall.
(1) interior horse tie on head side standard per horse stall.
ballistic liner sheet 48" high on head wall.
ballistic liner, 48" high on partition wall in the horse area.
rubber mats in horse area and dressing room.
tapered inside wheel wells.
padded butt straps at the rear doors.
padded dividers with air flow shoulder sections.

Jacks

single manual crank jack. (single speed)

Lighting & Electrical

(1) 12v light installed above curb side dressing room door.
(1) 12v light installed front & center of bunk up high.
(1) 12v load light over horse loading door.
(1) 12v stall light for every odd numbered stall. (i.e. 1,3,5)
(2) sets of led stop/tail lights.
led exterior clearance lights (including upper and lower)
license plate light.

Running Gear & Brakes

0° dexter ez-lube torsion axles.
drive on trailer tire changing assistant.
electric brakes on all wheels.
radial tires with (4) steel wheels & steel wheel for spare.

Steps

flip-up cleat step on riser wall in dressing room.
flip up camper step standard at curb side dressing room door.

Tack Handling & Storage

(2) sets of 8 heavy duty bridal hooks. installed on dressing room side of partition wall.
brush box in the dressing room.
saddle rack seats to be aluminum covered in carpet.

Ventilation

(1) 2 Way roof vent per horse stall.

Warranty

2 year hitch to bumper warranty.
8 year structural warranty.

Warranty

Our Commitment to Quality

At Merhow, we stand behind every trailer we build. Your peace of mind matters to us, which is why every Merhow trailer comes with one of the best warranties in the industry:

  • 2-Year Hitch-to-Bumper Warranty – Enjoy complete coverage from front to back for two full years.
  • 8-Year Structural Warranty – Built to last, our trailers are backed by an eight-year structural guarantee for long-term confidence.

This isn’t just a warranty—it’s our promise of durability, craftsmanship, and customer care. When you choose Merhow, you’re choosing a trailer designed to go the distance.

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