Featherlite 8542 Slant Load
The Featherlite 8542 is a best-in-class aluminum slant-load with a rear ramp, prized for its lightweight construction that delivers higher payload capacity and lower towing fuel costs compared with heavier steel competitors. It trades some luxury fit-and-finish for long-term corrosion resistance and resale value, making it a strong choice for buyers who prioritize operating savings over the premium interior features found on brands like Sundowner.
Featherweight aluminum — floats
Quiet travel — zen vibes
Featherweight aluminum — floats
Quiet travel — zen vibes
Review Summary
"Owners praise the Featherlite 8542 for its lightweight aluminum construction, smooth towing and well-designed rear-ramp slant layout; common negatives are the premium price and occasional concerns about interior padding or ventilation in extreme climates."
Low maintenance — hose-friendly
All-aluminum construction reduces curb weight and resists corrosion for easier towing.
Low maintenance — hose-friendly
All-aluminum construction reduces curb weight and resists corrosion for easier towing.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The Featherlite 8542 is a best-in-class aluminum slant-load with a rear ramp, prized for its lightweight construction that delivers higher payload capacity and lower towing fuel costs compared with heavier steel competitors. It trades some luxury fit-and-finish for long-term corrosion resistance and resale value, making it a strong choice for buyers who prioritize operating savings over the premium interior features found on brands like Sundowner.
Featherweight aluminum — floats
Quiet travel — zen vibes
Low maintenance — hose-friendly
All-aluminum construction reduces curb weight and resists corrosion for easier towing.
Slant-load stalls with padded, adjustable dividers and a full-width rear ramp for safe, simple loading.
Featherweight aluminum — floats
Quiet travel — zen vibes
Low maintenance — hose-friendly
All-aluminum construction reduces curb weight and resists corrosion for easier towing.
Slant-load stalls with padded, adjustable dividers and a full-width rear ramp for safe, simple loading.
$50,000-80,000 CAD
Sundowner Charter TR SE
The Sundowner Charter TR SE is a market leader for rear-ramp slant-load buyers who want top-tier comfort and refined horse-facing layouts, featuring premium interior options and horse-friendly amenities that distinguish it from utility-focused models. Although typically higher priced than aluminum-value trailers like Exiss, Sundowner's advanced suspension and finish quality reduce stress on horses and owners, justifying the premium for customers prioritizing ride quality and creature comforts.
Luxury interior — show-ready
Smooth towing — butter glide
Luxury interior — show-ready
Smooth towing — butter glide
Review Summary
"Users appreciate the Sundowner Charter TR SE for its solid build, comfortable tack area and quiet ride; some report it is heavier than all-aluminum competitors and note occasional cosmetic or finish issues but overall find it reliable."
Ample tack space — closet-sized
Steel/aluminum hybrid construction with optional insulated roof for improved temperature control.
Ample tack space — closet-sized
Steel/aluminum hybrid construction with optional insulated roof for improved temperature control.
Increased Safety & Security
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
The Sundowner Charter TR SE is a market leader for rear-ramp slant-load buyers who want top-tier comfort and refined horse-facing layouts, featuring premium interior options and horse-friendly amenities that distinguish it from utility-focused models. Although typically higher priced than aluminum-value trailers like Exiss, Sundowner's advanced suspension and finish quality reduce stress on horses and owners, justifying the premium for customers prioritizing ride quality and creature comforts.
Luxury interior — show-ready
Smooth towing — butter glide
Ample tack space — closet-sized
Steel/aluminum hybrid construction with optional insulated roof for improved temperature control.
Spacious slant-load layout paired with a smooth rear ramp and well-padded dividers for horse comfort.
Luxury interior — show-ready
Smooth towing — butter glide
Ample tack space — closet-sized
Steel/aluminum hybrid construction with optional insulated roof for improved temperature control.
Spacious slant-load layout paired with a smooth rear ramp and well-padded dividers for horse comfort.
$55,000-90,000 CAD
Exiss 730 Slant Load
The Exiss 730 is a value-oriented aluminum slant-load with rear ramp that delivers strong basic features at a more affordable price point, making it attractive to budget-conscious buyers who still want the corrosion and weight advantages of aluminum. It lacks some of the premium touches of Sundowner and the ultra-light framing of Featherlite, but its lower entry price and dependable construction offer solid financial value for first-time buyers or cost-focused fleets.
Budget-friendly — big value
Excellent ventilation — horse spa
Budget-friendly — big value
Excellent ventilation — horse spa
Review Summary
"Buyers like the Exiss 730 for offering strong value, durable aluminum construction, good ventilation and a horse-friendly rear ramp; a minority mention trim or hardware fitment issues and uneven dealer service in some regions."
Easy-clean floors — hose-off
Aluminum body that balances durability and lighter weight for efficient towing.
Easy-clean floors — hose-off
Aluminum body that balances durability and lighter weight for efficient towing.
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
The Exiss 730 is a value-oriented aluminum slant-load with rear ramp that delivers strong basic features at a more affordable price point, making it attractive to budget-conscious buyers who still want the corrosion and weight advantages of aluminum. It lacks some of the premium touches of Sundowner and the ultra-light framing of Featherlite, but its lower entry price and dependable construction offer solid financial value for first-time buyers or cost-focused fleets.
Budget-friendly — big value
Excellent ventilation — horse spa
Easy-clean floors — hose-off
Aluminum body that balances durability and lighter weight for efficient towing.
Three-horse slant-load configuration (model-dependent) with rear ramp and ventilated head windows.
Budget-friendly — big value
Excellent ventilation — horse spa
Easy-clean floors — hose-off
Aluminum body that balances durability and lighter weight for efficient towing.
Three-horse slant-load configuration (model-dependent) with rear ramp and ventilated head windows.
$45,000-70,000 CAD
Trails West Sierra II
The Trails West Sierra II is a practical mid-market slant-load with rear ramp appeal, often chosen for its balanced combination of build quality and affordability—particularly in colder climates where Trails West has strong service support. Compared with Exiss it competes on value, and versus premium options like Sundowner it emphasizes rugged reliability and easier maintenance rather than upscale interior appointments, making it a sensible choice for owners prioritizing dependability.
Classic steel frame — cowboy tough
Quiet suspension — nap-friendly
Classic steel frame — cowboy tough
Quiet suspension — nap-friendly
Review Summary
"Owners report the Trails West Sierra II is a durable, budget-friendly slant-load with a usable rear ramp, though some note heavier weight, dated interior finishes and occasional fit-and-finish quirks."
Configurable layout — make it yours
Robust steel frame with optional aluminum components for a cost-effective, durable build.
Configurable layout — make it yours
Robust steel frame with optional aluminum components for a cost-effective, durable build.
Increased Safety & Security
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
The Trails West Sierra II is a practical mid-market slant-load with rear ramp appeal, often chosen for its balanced combination of build quality and affordability—particularly in colder climates where Trails West has strong service support. Compared with Exiss it competes on value, and versus premium options like Sundowner it emphasizes rugged reliability and easier maintenance rather than upscale interior appointments, making it a sensible choice for owners prioritizing dependability.
Classic steel frame — cowboy tough
Quiet suspension — nap-friendly
Configurable layout — make it yours
Robust steel frame with optional aluminum components for a cost-effective, durable build.
Slant-load stalls with a rear ramp design offering good headroom and straightforward loading.
Classic steel frame — cowboy tough
Quiet suspension — nap-friendly
Configurable layout — make it yours
Robust steel frame with optional aluminum components for a cost-effective, durable build.
Slant-load stalls with a rear ramp design offering good headroom and straightforward loading.
$40,000-65,000 CAD
Circle J Outlaw Slant Load
The Circle J Outlaw Slant Load with rear ramp targets riders who need rugged, customizable builds and stronger chassis options for heavy use or specialized layouts, trading some of the lightest-weight benefits of Featherlite for enhanced durability. While generally heavier and sometimes pricier than basic Exiss models, Circle J's customization capability can be financially advantageous over time for buyers who require bespoke configurations or heavier-duty components.
Rugged construction — outlaw swagger
Gentle rear ramp — easy-load
Rugged construction — outlaw swagger
Gentle rear ramp — easy-load
Review Summary
"The Circle J Outlaw is praised for rugged construction and thoughtful horse-friendly layouts, but buyers sometimes cite a higher price, slightly narrower stalls on certain models and variable dealer support."
Customizable tack — gear haven
Heavy-duty construction with extensive customization options for show- or competition-level needs.
Customizable tack — gear haven
Heavy-duty construction with extensive customization options for show- or competition-level needs.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
The Circle J Outlaw Slant Load with rear ramp targets riders who need rugged, customizable builds and stronger chassis options for heavy use or specialized layouts, trading some of the lightest-weight benefits of Featherlite for enhanced durability. While generally heavier and sometimes pricier than basic Exiss models, Circle J's customization capability can be financially advantageous over time for buyers who require bespoke configurations or heavier-duty components.
Rugged construction — outlaw swagger
Gentle rear ramp — easy-load
Customizable tack — gear haven
Heavy-duty construction with extensive customization options for show- or competition-level needs.
Ergonomic slant-load stalls and a wide rear ramp with reinforced dividers for enhanced safety.
Rugged construction — outlaw swagger
Gentle rear ramp — easy-load
Customizable tack — gear haven
Heavy-duty construction with extensive customization options for show- or competition-level needs.
Ergonomic slant-load stalls and a wide rear ramp with reinforced dividers for enhanced safety.
$55,000-95,000 CAD