Slipstream Floats

Slipstream Floats are a manufacturer of horse floats and stock trailers for the Australian horse industries. Located in Mansfield Victoria, we are positioned right at the base of the Victoria High Country.
At Slipstream Floats, we have a range of standard float types from Two horse straight load to the top of the range four horse angle load and everything in between. Some of the many standard features which are fitted to every Slipstream Float include checker plate guarding to front, side steps and guards, internal tack boxes, rear top door, gas struts to tailgate. Each float can be customized to suit our client’s specific needs including rear swing out tack boxes, overhead racks, kitchens and much more. Feel free to contact us to see just what we can do.
All our floats follow stringent quality control procedures at all stages of the build. Each float is handmade right here in Australia using locally supplied materials. With a galvanized sub frame and drawbar, 2 pack paint, high quality bearings they are durable, heavy duty and built to last in Australia’s toughest conditions. Each float is engineered to ensure correct weight distribution for towball and axles.
Michael Atkinson and Jenna Lehman are the founders of Slipstream Floats. Michael has a background in wood and steel fabrication, completing an apprentice as builder, running a successful construction business. He moved into steel fabrication at a young age including working in the trailer and tray building industries. Having a building background, he has an eye for detail. His experience in horse riding also gives a different perspective on each float build. Jenna has an engineering background, completing her studies at the University of Melbourne, she has 5 years’ experience in the heavy transport industry including designing and engineering semi-trailers and dog trailers. Together we make a great team with all the skills required to build your next float to our high standards and your specific requirements.