Steel Feed Troughs with Skids for Livestock
These skid-mounted steel feed troughs combine a one-piece welded feeding body with a welded steel skid base for farms and ranches that periodically reposition their feeding equipment. The 14-gauge steel trough is 8 inches deep, 34 inches wide and 20 inches high overall, with lengths available from 6 to 14 feet. A gray enamel finish helps protect the steel during everyday use.
The skid supports make the trough an option for feeding areas where a fixed leg-mounted bunk may be less convenient. Browse livestock feed troughs and bunk feeders to compare trough designs and available sizes.
Feed Trough with Skids Specifications
- Available lengths: 6, 8, 10, 12 and 14 feet
- Trough depth: 8 inches
- Overall width: 34 inches
- Overall height: 20 inches
- Trough material: 14-gauge steel
- Skid supports: welded 1⅞-inch, 16-gauge steel tubing
- Construction: one-piece welded steel trough and skid assembly
- Finish: gray enamel coating
Why Choose a Skid-Mounted Feed Trough?
The welded skids provide a continuous supporting base and offer a practical alternative to individual legs when a feeding line needs occasional repositioning. Use properly rated equipment, appropriate attachment points and safe handling procedures for the trough's size, weight, surface conditions and any remaining contents. Skid supports do not make the trough self-moving or guarantee that it can be dragged over every surface.
The open trough allows feed to be distributed along its length, keeping it raised above the ground. The 8-inch trough depth suits compatible grain and other feed rations where a relatively shallow steel bunk is appropriate. Feeding height, animal size, feed type and stocking density should guide the final selection.
14-Gauge Steel Trough and 16-Gauge Skid Supports
The feeding body uses 14-gauge steel, while the 1⅞-inch skid tubing uses 16-gauge steel. Gauge numbers describe material thickness within comparable steel specifications: 14-gauge steel is thicker than 16-gauge steel. These gauges refer to different components and should not be interpreted as conflicting descriptions of the same part.
The one-piece welded construction provides a continuous steel feeding assembly, and the gray enamel finish helps resist ordinary weather exposure. Inspect painted surfaces, welds and skid contact areas periodically; repair coating damage where appropriate and remove wet or spoiled feed during cleaning.
Selecting a Length and Planning Placement
Choose from the 6-, 8-, 10-, 12- and 14-foot versions according to available feeding space, livestock size, ration and the number of animals expected to feed at one time. Longer troughs provide additional linear feeding access but also require suitable room for delivery and handling.
Place the trough on a firm, reasonably level surface and check stability before use. A skid-mounted design may make moving between pens or feeding areas more practical, but avoid towing or lifting without confirming the appropriate equipment and safe handling method.
Feed Troughs with Skids or with Legs?
Choose the skid-mounted trough when you expect to reposition the feeder periodically and have suitable handling equipment. For a feeding location where the trough will generally stay in place, view our steel feed troughs with legs. The leg-mounted model lists 16-gauge trough steel, while this skid-mounted model lists 14-gauge trough steel.
Delivery and Freight Planning
Long, welded steel troughs may require freight delivery and appropriate unloading access. Contact Barn World with the length you need, delivery ZIP code and available unloading arrangements so we can assist with shipping details and your feeding setup.