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1,200-Pound Double-Sided Calf Creep Feeder
A 1,200-pound double-sided creep feeder offers access from both sides, which may help more calves feed at once when the surrounding space is open. The benefit is reduced if one side faces a fence, muddy area or another obstacle. Choose the placement and feeding arrangement based on the number and size of calves rather than hopper capacity alone.
Adjusting Entry Access as Calves Grow
Follow the manufacturer's directions for the creep-entry openings. Observe calves entering and exiting, particularly when sizes vary within the group. The arrangement should restrict mature cattle while providing a safe path for the intended calves. Recheck clearances as the animals grow.
Reducing Waste and Maintaining Feed Quality
Keep the feeder on drained ground, inspect the hopper for moisture and check that feed flows to the trough consistently. Remove stale or moldy material and clean spilled feed from the surrounding area. Monitor consumption so the refill schedule fits the group and feed does not remain in storage unnecessarily.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will double-sided access eliminate competition? No. Animal numbers, feeding positions and herd behavior still affect access.
How should I compare this with a larger feeder? Consider usable feeding space, refill frequency, pasture access and transportation requirements.
1,200 lb Double-Sided Calf Creep Feeder for Pasture Feeding
A double-sided creep feeder gives young calves access to supplemental feed while limiting access by mature cattle through an adjustable creep-entry area. This model combines a 1,200-pound nominal feed capacity with feeding access on both sides, making it useful for operations that want to serve multiple calves without crowding every animal onto one side of the feeder.
How a Creep Feeder Supports Calf Nutrition
Creep feeding is a management option for supplying an appropriate supplemental ration to nursing calves. It can help calves become accustomed to eating from a feeder before weaning, but growth and economic returns depend on forage conditions, ration cost, calf age and herd management. Work with your veterinarian or livestock nutrition adviser when planning the ration and feeding program.
Double-Sided Feeding and Calf Access
Feeding openings on both sides help spread animals across the feeder instead of concentrating activity along a single edge. The folding creep pen has eight openings, and adjustable entry heights allow the operator to manage which animals can enter. Observe calf access and confirm mature cattle cannot reach the feed. The manufacturer's stated capacity is up to 50 calves; actual suitability depends on animal size, feed consumption and management.
Construction, Placement and Refilling
The listed welded steel construction uses 16-gauge material and square-tube framing. A sliding lid provides access for filling, while skids with tow loops assist with repositioning. The feeder is approximately 92 inches long, 56 inches wide and 52 inches high and weighs about 500 pounds empty. Position it on stable, reasonably level ground with room for calves to enter and exit. Move the feeder only when appropriate for the equipment and site conditions, and follow safe towing and handling practices.
Managing Feed Waste and Weather Exposure
Keep the lid closed when not filling, check feed condition frequently and adjust the feeding schedule to consumption. Clean out spoiled or wet feed promptly. A creep feeder can organize access and help contain feed, but it does not eliminate waste or protect feed from every weather condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calves can use this feeder?
The listed design capacity is up to 50 calves, with a folding pen containing eight openings. Monitor competition and access rather than assuming the stated maximum suits every group.
What is the difference between this and a 600-pound feeder?
This model has a 1,200-pound nominal capacity and feeding access from both sides. The smaller 600-pound calf creep feeder is a single-sided option for smaller feeding groups or lower storage needs.
Will it keep cows out of the supplemental feed?
The creep-entry arrangement is intended to restrict mature cattle, but the correct adjustment depends on herd size and animal dimensions. Check access in the field and make adjustments as calves grow.
What should I provide when requesting delivery?
Provide the delivery ZIP code, quantity and any unloading or site-access limitations when contacting Barn World for a freight quote. For other capacities, compare calf creep feeders.
Feeder Description
Ensure the continuous growth of your calves with our substantial 1,200-pound capacity double-sided creep feeder. Crafted for durability, this feeder boasts all-welded construction, featuring heavy-duty 16-gauge material and an extra-strong square tubing frame. The stall entries offer adjustable heights, and the included skids, equipped with tow loops, make the feeder easily movable for convenience. For those with smaller needs, we also offer a single-sided 600-pound creep feeder.
Key Features:
- Heavy sliding lid for easy access
- Capable of handling up to 50 calves
- Folding pen with 8 openings for efficient use
- Pen bars made of 1" square, 16-gauge steel
- Feeding access from both sides
- Dimensions: 92" L x 56" W x 52" H
- Weighs 500 pounds
Pictures of the calf creep feeders
This large, 1,200-pound capacity double-sided calf creep feeder allows your calves to feed out of both sides at once and is built for large groups. It can be filled, set in a pasture among a mix of fully grown cows and calves, and will steadily supply nutrients to just your young animals. Making sure they're the only ones who can access the minerals is the point of a quality feeder. Wean your calves and get them started on grain with this quality creep feeder from Barn World, and see all of our creep feeders for your cattle operation today!
Double-sided feeder
Single-sided feeder
The smaller feeder holds six hundred pounds and feeds from just one side, as shown below. It is built to the same heavy-duty standards as the 1,200 lbs size, with a square tube folding pen and steel skids for positioning or moving around the farm. See the 600-pound Creep Feeder.