Merhow Herdsman Stock Trailer – Built for Your Herd, Crafted for Your Life.
Discover the Merhow Herdsman model—the stock trailer that sets the standard for durability, flexibility, and value. With a legacy spanning over 70 years, Merhow delivers more than just a trailer; we deliver peace of mind and the freedom to haul your way.
The Herdsman is engineered with aluminum construction, ensuring a lightweight yet rugged build that stands up to the demands of daily use. Every detail is designed for strength, longevity, and ease of maintenance, so you can focus on what matters most—your animals and your journey.
What truly sets the Herdsman apart is its ability to be customized (with restrictions) to accommodate the unique needs of your operation. Whether you need specific gate configurations, tie rail placements, lighting upgrades, or specialized tack and gear management, the Herdsman can be tailored to fit your requirements. Choose from a wide range of available options to create a trailer that works as hard as you do.
Why Choose the Merhow Herdsman Stock Trailer?
* Aluminum construction for superior strength and reduced weight
* Customizable layouts and features to suit your needs (with restrictions)
* Multiple gate, ramp, and hay rack options
* Heavy-duty hinges, cam bars, and safety features for reliable operation
* LED lighting, tie rails, and ventilation upgrades available
* Dressing room models with added comfort and convenience
* 8-year structural warranty and 2-year hitch-to-bumper warranty
* Built by Merhow—a trusted name in trailers for over 70 years
Experience the Merhow Herdsman difference—where tradition, innovation, and customization come together to deliver the ultimate stock trailer for your herd.
Standards
Doors & Windows
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| access door on front road side of stock area. |
| heavy duty aluminum hinges on access door & rear gate. |
| heavy duty cam bar on rear gate, butterfly latch on access door . |
| rear door to be a full swing door with two air gaps & slider. |
| square corner entry door to dressing room. (stock combo models only) |
Dressing room
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| 4" tall flip up gate at riser wall. dressing room models. |
| carpet on riser wall and bunk floor in the dressing room. |
| dressing room models are standard with entry door without screen, bunk windows (non-egress), saddle rack with (3) saddle bosses, brush box, 12 volt light in bunk and curb side dressing room wall. |
| dressing room models have flip down step cleat on riser wall. |
Electrical & Electrical Distribution
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| break-away emergency brakes switch. |
| emergency brake away battery with plastic box. |
| 7 way bargeman cord for trailer lights. |
Frame & Structure
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| 3" rubber docking bumper at bottom side of rear hoop. |
| coupler designed for 2 5/16" ball. |
| lower outside rear hoop reinforcements with dock bumpers (all models under 8' wide.) |
| safety chains. |
| .100 aluminum floor in bunk. |
| 1 1/2" deep aluminum sidewall posts. |
| 4" cross members, commonly on 10" centers. |
| 6920 & 6924 units without dressing room will be 6'-8" tall units with a dressing room will be 7'-4" tall. |
| 8020 & 8024 units without dressing room will be 6'-8" tall units with a dressing room will be 7'-8" tall. |
| exterior running boards on road and curb side. not available on 8020 and 8024 models |
| extruded aluminum floor on trailer belly. |
| full height extruded aluminum sides in stock area with two upper air gaps. includes slots for plexiglas. |
| heavy duty brush fenders on all units without a dressing room. (8 wide units have recessed teardrop style fenders). |
| one piece seamless aluminum roof. |
| tear drop style aluminum outside fender on models with a dressing room. (stock combo models. brush fender optional) |
| white, .040 exterior aluminum skin forward of stock area and in the bunk area. (optional color upgrades) |
Jacks
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| single manual crank jack. (single speed) |
Lighting & Electrical
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| (1) 12v light installed above road side dressing room door (stock combo models only). |
| (1) 12v light installed front & center of bunk up high. |
| (1) 12v load light over the rear loading door. |
| (2) sets of led stop/tail lights. |
| fender light on top of each fender. |
| led exterior clearance lights (including upper and lower) |
| license plate light. |
Running Gear & Brakes
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| 10° up dexter ez-lube torsion axles 6920 & 6924 models. |
| 10° up dexter ez-lube torsion axles 8020 & 8024 models. |
| drive on trailer tire changing assistant. |
| electric brakes on all wheels. |
| radial tires with (4) steel wheels & steel wheel for spare. |
Stock Area
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| (1) center swing gate on 6920 & 8020 stock combo models. |
| (1) center swing gate on 6920 & 8020 stock models. |
| (1) center swing gate on 6924 & 8024 stock combo models. |
| (2) center swing gate on 6924 & 8024 stock models. |
| calf gate at riser wall in stock area. non dressing room models only. |
| center gate latch with outside operation. |
| center gate lower stops with support for when gate is in the open and in the closed positions. |
| partition wall with ballistic line on stock side. (stock combo models only) |
Warranty
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| 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.
