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Curbside view of combo trailer Model 8417
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8417 Combo Trailer


Gooseneck combo stock/horse trailer Model 8417 complements Featherlite’s existing line up of “lite” priced, durable horse trailers. In addition to being an economical hauling option, Model 8417 features an aerodynamic tapered gooseneck and a dressing room with deluxe camper door.

The 8417 combo trailer measures an easy-to-tow 6’7” wide, is available in lengths of 16’ and 20' and includes a slant or straight wall dressing room. The trailer comes standard with a wood floor, escape door and full swing rear gate. Numerous additions are available on the Model 8417 including tack options, LED strip lighting, plexiglass and more.

Hitch Type Gooseneck
Load Type Combo
Trailer Width 6' 7"
Trailer Length 16' or 20'
Horse Stalls Stall dividers optional
Stall Width NA
Dressing Room Size Straight wall (4') or slant wall (3' short wall)
Inside Height 7' 0"
Exterior Sides Aluminum 'Wave' side panels with 2 top air spaces with built in plexiglass track; white .040 aluminum exterior sheets on dressing room exterior
Rear Doors Full swing stock gate with lockable slider & air spaces that match the sides
Escape Door Curbside with straight wall & streetside with slant wall
Windows Two top air spaces; Two 24 x 20" windows in gooseneck
Tack Area Tack storage available in dressing room
Living Quarters None available
Stall Dividers Optional
Weight For the weight of this particular model, please download and reference Trailer Weight Index for gooseneck horse trailers.
Warranty 10-year limited structural warranty* on 2013 models; 8-year limited structural warranty*** on 2008-2012 models; Transferable warranty** available on qualified trailers. See warranty page or dealer for more details

Additional Features
Saddle Rack: Optional
Rubber on Walls: Not available
Floor Mats: Optional (treated wood floor standard)
Roof Vents: Optional
Dome Lights: One dome light in stock/horse area & 2 in dressing room
Dressing Room: Includes 36" deluxe camper door with window and screen
Tie Rings: Optional
Axles: Two rubber torsion axles with electric brakes; (16' = 4800# & 20' = 6000#) (effective with models post Oct. 2011); E-Z Lube axles standard on 2013 models
Tire/Rim: 16" 8-hole silver modular wheels with ST235/85R16 Load Range E tires (Qty: 4)
Exterior Lights: LED clearance lights (Qty: 13) and 2 oval LED stop/turn lights (effective with models post Oct. 2011)
Tapered Gooseneck: Standard
Gravel Guard: NA
Popular Options- See dealer for more!
‘WOW Mats’
The ‘WOW Mat’ includes knobs strategically located underneath the rubber mats to give superior absorption and cushion to your horses. This means horses can be calmer during travel and experience less fatigue.
‘WOW Mats’
2” Thick Stall Pads
Featherlite’s optional stall pads are now 2” thick. This provides even more cushion, protection and safety for horses during travel.
2” Thick Stall Pads
Adjustable Saddle Rack with Blanket Bar
An adjustable saddle rack allows you to easily store and access your saddle racks in your combo trailer. Various quantities available.
Adjustable Saddle Rack with Blanket Bar in Combo Trailers
Air Flo Divider
The Air Flo divider option features vertical bars on the shoulder separator in lieu of a solid panel, allowing for more air flow for your horses. Also available on telescoping divider option.
Horse trailers divider
Air Flo Saddle Rack
An Air Flo saddle rack, designed with aluminum piping, is optional in your horse trailer.
Horse trailer saddle rack
Aluminum Wheels
Stylish aluminum wheels are optional on your horse trailer. Color choices include dark grey or silver.
Horse trailer aluminum wheels
Back Lit Feather
Add uniqueness and style to your Featherlite horse trailer with the optional back lit feather on the front of your trailer. This will make the highly recognizable feather and your trailer stand out even more going down the road or pulling into your next horse show!
Back Lit Feather
Brush Tray
Plastic brush tray for storing horse brushes and other supplies
horse trailers brush tray
Center Gate With No Walk Through
One of Featherlite's most popular center gate options on combo trailers - great option for versatility in how the trailer is used.
Center Gate With No Walk Through on Combo Trailers
Dome Light with Switch
12 volt dome light with switch
horse trailers dome light
Dual Colored Sheets
Stylish dual colored side sheets are available on Featherlite combo trailers. Various color choices available.
Dual Colored Sheets on Combo Trailers
Electric Assist Landing Gear
Make stabilizing the trailer easier with an electric assist for the landing gear.
Electric Assist Landing Gear on Horse Trailer
EZ Connector
The EZ Connector’s electrical connection system ensures a reliable connection so that lights and brakes will work each time regardless of the conditions. This high-tech plug for vehicles and trailers is magnetically attached, corrosion free and waterproof with a no-fail breakaway feature and lifetime limited warranty.
EZ Connector
Firm-mat Flooring
Featherlite’s Firm-mat flooring completely seals your trailer’s floor and provides a padded, slip resistant surface that is impervious to liquids and eliminates the need for rubber mats. It’s also extremely easy to clean! A textured industrial liner designed for livestock, a 1/4” thick smooth finish that’s ideal for tack rooms and mangers or a 1/2” thick textured option are available.
Stock trailer Firm Mat flooring
Halogen Load Light with Switch
12-volt halogen load light with switch makes loading easier. Available in multiple quantities.
horse trailers load light option
Hay Rack
A hay rack added to your combo trailer gives you plenty of storage for transporting hay. Options include a raised 6' long hay rack with ladder.
Hay Rack on Combo Trailers
Keyless Entry
Gain entry to the doors of your Featherlite horse trailer with an optional electronic key touchpad.
Keyless Entry
LED Load Light
For a smaller, more aesthetically pleasing choice, an LED load light is optional.
Horse trailer LED load light
Outside Room
Extend the space of any Featherlite trailer with an outdoor awning room/tent. The added space is great for entertaining or hospitality purposes.
Outside Room
Plastic Halter Bar
Plastic halter bar with 6 hooks is optional.
horse trailers halter bars
Polished Side Panels
For horse owners and ranchers wanting the best looking trailer on the road, polished side panels will help you do just that.
Polished Side Panels
Remote Control Load Light
A convenient optional remote control load light is now available. You can easily position the light wherever needed to help with maneuvering your trailer or unloading at night.
Horse trailer remote control load light
Rubber Floor Mats
3/4-inch thick rubber mats for more padding and comfort (6'7" wide trailers)
horse trailers, rubber flooring
Side Panel Plexiglass
Enclose the side panels of your combo trailer with plexiglass.
combo trailers, horse trailers, plexiglass
Slant Divider
Slant divider with shoulder separator and slam latch.
Slant divider in combo trailer
Wireless Backup Camera
To make maneuvering your horse trailer easier and safer, an optional camera on the rear of the trailer is available. This camera features no wires or cables and is easy to install. The 5.6” monitor comes with suction cup mount and 12 volt DC plug for easy portability.
Horse trailer wireless camera

Exterior Graphic Options
Blue/Grey Vinyl Graphics for Stock Panels

For a larger view of the stripe design, download Stock Trailers Graphics PDF.
Blue graphics for stock trailers
Green/Grey Vinyl Graphics for Stock Panels

For a larger view of the stripe design, download Stock Trailers Graphics PDF.
Green graphics for stock trailers
Red/Grey Vinyl Graphics for Stock Panels

For a larger view of the stripe design, download Stock Trailers Graphics PDF.
Red graphics for stock trailers
Silver/Grey Vinyl Graphics for Stock Panels

For a larger view of the stripe design, download Stock Trailers Graphics PDF.
Silver graphics for stock trailers
Tan(Brown)/Grey Vinyl Graphics for Stock Panels

For a larger view of the stripe design, download Stock Trailers Graphics PDF.
Brown graphics for stock trailers

Color Options
Blue
Green
Black
Silver
Brandywine
Red
Orange
Yellow

More Options Note: Options are limited on this model. See your dealer for complete list.



Featherlite, Inc. reserves the right to change or alter these specifications without notice. Dimensions shown are approximate and may vary. Some trailers shown with optional equipment. See a Featherlite dealer for most up-to-date specifications and options.