Living quarters horse trailer with entertainment area
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8581 Living Quarters Trailer


The Featherlite Model 8581 horse trailer living quarters may make your horse wish it walked on two legs. Thanks to Featherlite’s partnership with Sierra Interiors, all the comforts of home can go into our horse trailers’ living quarters from microwave ovens to flat screen TVs. If that isn’t enough to make you want to live out of your horse trailer, we also offer countless options on appliances, upholstery, cabinets and much more. Live in luxury wherever you travel in Featherlite’s Model 8581! And be sure to check out the Featherlite Country Estate luxury horse trailer!

While the Featherlite Model 8581 is a slant load horse trailer that can be configured to hold 2 to 6 horses, its biggest draw is its living quarters area. The trailer measures 8’ wide with unlimited horse area/living quarters size configurations. The horse area contains 3/4” thick rubber mats on the floor with rubber on the bottom half of the walls.

Hitch Type Gooseneck
Load Type Slant
Trailer Width 8' 0"
Trailer Length Ranges from 15' 0" to 40' 9"
Horse Stalls 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6-horse (option to add more stalls)
Stall Width 40"
Dressing Room Size Optional to have dressing room in lieu of living quarters
Inside Height 7' 6"
Exterior Sides White .040 aluminum exterior sheets; Stainless steel front sheets and front corners
Rear Doors Double rear doors with windows, pressure latch and removable post
Escape Door Side unload door in front of first horse with nylon strap (not available on 2H); 24" walk thru door between dressing room and horse area
Windows Drop down feed door with drop down bars in front of each horse; 34 1/4" x 22" window with bars behind each horse
Tack Area Folding rear tack wall lined on one side
Living Quarters Yes - See Living Quarters tab
Stall Dividers Slant stall dividers with shoulder separator and spring-loaded slam latch
Weight For the weight of this particular model, please download and reference Trailer Weight Index.
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: Adjustable saddle rack with blanket bar for each horse mounted on removable post (up to 4 horse)
Rubber on Walls: Rubber up 48" on wall behind horses & up 45" on wall in front of horses; White .040 aluminum lining above the wall rubber and 2" wall insulation; White .040 aluminum lining on ceiling and 3/4" ceiling insulation
Floor Mats: 3/4" rubber mats in horse area
Roof Vents: One pop-up roof vent per horse
Dome Lights: Dome light in horse area and rear tack
Dressing Room: Optional to have dressing room in lieu of living quarters
Tie Rings: Five inside tie rings per horse & 1 outside tie ring per horse
Axles: Two rubber torsion axles with electric brakes / 7000# or 8000# depending on size of living quarters and qty. of stalls
Tire/Rim: 16" 8-hole steel heavy duty wheels (Qty: 4) with 7K or 8K axles; 7000# axles = ST235/85R16 Load Range E tires; 8000# axles = LT235/85R16 Load Range G tires
Exterior Lights: LED clearance lights and 4 wraparound LED stop/turn lights; Clearance lights on 2011 models have new rounded, flush mounted design
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
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
Camera & Rear Motion Sensor
To make maneuvering your horse trailer easier and safer, an optional rear view camera and motion sensor is available. This option operates similar to what is found on selected vehicles by alerting you when the rear of the trailer is near an object or person.
Camera & Rear Motion Sensor
Country Estate
Expand your living quarters up to lengths of 53-ft. with the Featherlite PerfectFit System. Contact your dealer about owning your own luxurious 'Country Estate'.
Featherlite Country Estate
Dual & Tri-Colored Side Sheets
Stylish dual and tri-colored side sheets are available on Featherlite horse trailers. Various color choices available.
Dual Colored Side Sheets
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 1/4” thick smooth finish that’s ideal for tack rooms and mangers or a 1/2” thick textured option is available.
Horse trailers 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
Interior L.E.D. Strip Lighting
Stylish L.E.D. interior strip lighting makes the horse area brighter.
horse trailers LED lighting
Keyless Entry
Gain entry to the doors of your Featherlite horse trailer with an optional electronic key touchpad.
Keyless Entry
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
Painted Roof Rail
Add an extra stylish touch to your horse trailer with a painted roof rail. Various colors available including black, red and yellow, as shown here.
horse trailers painted roof rail
Painted Side Panels
Durable powder coated paint is available on the side panels of Featherlite horse trailers. Make your Featherlite stand out in the crowd!
Painted Side Panels
Polished 'Wave' Side Panels
Add 'wow' to your horse trailer with polished 'wave' side panels.
Horse trailers polished wave panels
Raised Hay Rack
Add a raised 6' long hay rack with ladder to your horse trailer.
horse trailer hay rack
Rear Ramp Behind Double Doors
Add a fold up rear ramp behind the horse trailer's double doors to make loading easier for those horses who need it.
horse trailers rear ramp
Removable Bottom Half Divider
The removable bottom half divider is popular with horse owners wanting to create a makeshift tack area with one of the trailer's horse stalls.
Removable Bottom Half Divider
S-Drop Enclosure
For enclosing the contents at the front of your trailer, an optional s-drop enclosure is available. Available with hinged doors or a rollup door (shown).
Gooseneck trailer s-drop
Stainless Steel Wrap Around Trailer
Enhance your horse trailer’s exterior with a stainless steel wrap up 24” on the trailer.
horse trailers stainless steel wrap
Swing Out Saddle Rack
A swing out saddle rack makes accessing saddles easier.
Featherlite swing-out saddle rack option

Exterior Graphic Options
Blue/Grey Vinyl Graphics (Gooseneck)

Blue/grey vinyl graphics for gooseneck trailers. To view stripe/design and to view all the colors, download Horse Trailers Graphics PDF.
Horse Trailers - Blue/Grey Graphics
Red/Grey Vinyl Graphics (Gooseneck)

Red/grey vinyl graphics for gooseneck trailers. To view stripe/design and to view all the colors, download Horse Trailers Graphics PDF.
Horse Trailers - Red/Grey Vinyl Graphics
Silver/Grey Vinyl Graphics (Gooseneck)

Silver/grey vinyl graphics for gooseneck trailers. To view stripe/design and to view all the colors, download Horse Trailers Graphics PDF.
Horse Trailers - Silver/Grey Vinyl Graphics
Tan/Grey Vinyl Graphics (Gooseneck)

Tan/grey vinyl graphics for gooseneck trailers. To view stripe/design and to view all the colors, download Horse Trailers Graphics PDF.
Horse Trailers - Tan/Grey Vinyl Graphics

Color Options
Blue
Green
Black
Silver
Brandywine
Red
Orange
Yellow

Living Quarters Features
LQ Size: Many sizes available. 2-horse, 3-horse and 4-horse = 4' 4" to 23' 5"; 5 horse = 4' 4" to 16' 5"; 6 horse = 4' 4" to 12' 5"

4' and 6' floorplans also available with Show, Family or Utility packages. Ask your dealer for specs.
Air Conditioner: 13,500 BTU air conditioner
Fresh Water Tank: 6' LQ and larger = 38 gallon; 4' LQ = 30+ gallon
Furnace: 6' LQ and larger = 16,000 BTU; 4' LQ = 7,000 BTU heat strip in the A/C
Water Heater: 6' LQ and larger = 6 gallon gas (DSI); 4' LQ = 6 gallon gas (non auto light)
Cooking Surface: 6' LQ and larger = .9 cubic foot microwave, lighted/vented range hood & 2 burner stove with lid; 4' LQ = prepped for microwave
Refrigerator: 14' LQs and larger = 8 cu. ft.; 10' to 13' LQs = 6 cu. ft.; 8' and 9' LQs = 3 cu. ft.; 4' LQ = 2.7 cu. ft.; Upgrades up to 12 cu. ft. available
Pull-out Pantry: Standard on 14' Pkg. A, C & D and 15' Pkg. C, E, F & G
Dinette: Dinette is standard in most floor plans with sofa optional; 4' LQ = Boot box; 6' Pkg. B = Bench seat; 6' Pkg. A, 12' Pkg. C, 17' & 18' LQ = Sofa; 14' Pkg. B, 15' Pkg. B, E & F, 16' Pkg. B & D & 20' = Both dinette and sofa
Additional Seating: 15' Pkg. C, 17' & 23' LQ = Barrel chair; 14' Pkg. D, 15' Pkg. E & G, 16' Pkg. D, 17', 18' and 23' LQs = Bar stools
Mattress: 6' LQ and larger = Queen; 4' LQ = Double
Additional Sleeping: 15' Pkg. A, 16' Pkg. A & C, 18' and 20' LQs = Bunk beds; 23' LQ = Additional bed
Shower: 8' LQ and larger = shower with glass door (some floor plans feature neo-angle shower or radius front neo-angle shower); 6' Pkg. A = shower pan with surround, glass door; 6' Pkg. B = 24 x 32" shower; 4' LQ = shower/toilet combo with curtain
Entertainment System: 8' LQ and larger = AM/FM/CD system with inside and outside speakers; TV antenna with booster
Slideout: Slideout with 10' Pkg. C, 12' Pkg. E & F, 13' Pkg. E, 14' Pkg. D, 15' Pkg. E & F, 16' Pkg. C & D, 17' 18' & 20' LQs; 23' LQ = Double slideout


Additional Living Quarters Features Featherlite's Lite Living decor package is available on all 8’ living quarters packages and larger. This economical package simplifies features and selections, giving you an attractive lower-price horse trailer that is low on frills and high on functionality. Yet you still receive all the quality, easy-tow capability and durability of a Featherlite Trailer!

See your Featherlite dealer for more info about Featherlite's 'Lite Living' packages!



Interior Options
Awning
Awning
Add an awning for shade and protection from the wind when entertaining and relaxing outside your trailer. Options include Featherlite's one-step electric awning.

 
Living Quarters - cabinet wood choices
Cabinet Options
Cabinet options include Aged Paulownia, Atkins Oak Dark, Clear Hickory (hardwood only), Dark Maple (hardwood only), Farmyard Hickory #4, Madeline Maple, Manchester Maple, Moving Walnut, Olympic Oak, Provincial Oak and Trinity Oak.


 
Aged Paulownia
Atkins Oak Dark
Clear Hickory (hardwood only)
Dark Maple (hardwood only)
Farmyard Hickory #4
Madeline Maple
Manchester Maple
Moving Walnut
Olympic Oak
Provincial Oak
Trinity Oak
Living quarters
Countertop Options
Countertop options include Antique Bronze, Bella Noche, Burnished Chestnut, Burnished Spruce, Deepstar Agate, Deepstar Mineral, Kalahari Topaz, Limber Maple, Oxide, Sandy Topaz, Sedona Trail and Sierra Marble.

 
Antique Bronze
Bella Noche
Burnished Chestnut
Burnished Spruce
Deepstar Agate
Deepstar Mineral
Kalahari Topaz
Limber Maple
Oxide
Sandy Topaz
Sedona Trail
Sierra Marble
Featherlite Country Estate
Country Estate
Custom design your Model 8581 into the Featherlite ‘Country Estate’. The Featherlite Country Estate is a 53-ft. horse trailer that features a massive 33-ft. Sierra living quarters with four slideouts. Behind the owners’ living quarters is an upper-deck three-horse slant load plus one-horse straight load configuration. Interior amenities include a slate-finished fireplace, copper sinks, wood floors, flat screen TVs and more!


 
Living Quarters electric fireplace
Electric Fireplace
Add coziness to the interior of your trailer with an electric fireplace.

 
Exterior Grill
Enhance your outside entertaining after horse shows with an exterior grill.

 
Living quarters
Fabric Options
Fabric options for seating and comforters include Cubette Mist, Danbury Garnet, Danbury Granite, Danville Garnet, Danville Olive, Event Mystic, Holdredge Plateau, Orbit Burgundy, Orbit Charcoal, Orbit Latte, Orbit Mocha, Searsy Spray, Tijuana Rouge, Trackstopper Harvest, Victoria Mink and Winslow 101 Java.

 
Cubette Mist
Danbury Garnet
Danbury Granite
Danville Garnet
Danville Olive
Event Mystic
Holdredge Plateau
Orbit Burgundy
Orbit Charcoal
Orbit Latte
Orbit Mocha
Searsy Spray
Tijuana Rouge
Trackstopper Harvest
Victoria Mink
Winslow 101 Java
Living quarters
Floor Options
Floor options include Advancements, Canyon Parador, Destinations Brick, Limerock All Spice, Parador, Sierra Granite, Soprano, Speedy Corleone and Wonderwood 847.

 
Advancements
Canyon Parador
Destinations Brick
Limerock All Spice
Parador
Sierra Granite
Soprano
Speedy Corleone
Wonderwood 847
TVs
LCD TV
Various sizes of TVs and other entertainment system options available.

 
Living quarters
Leather Seating Upgrades
Leather seating upgrades include Branded Hide, Georgia Cherry, King Croc Cognac, King Croc Taupe, Medium Brindle, Midnight Oasis, Rustic Super Gator Brown, Tiffany Bone and Tiffany Tan.

 
Branded Hide
Georgia Cherry
King Croc Cognac
King Croc Taupe
Medium Brindle
Midnight Oasis
Rustic Super Gator Brown
Tiffany Bone
Tiffany Tan
Marble colored shower
Marble Colored Shower
Various options are available with your living quarters' shower, including a marble colored shower.

 
Living quarters entertainment suite
Nintendo Wii® & Entertainment Suite
Featherlite living quarters can be configured with an entertainment suite that sports a leather fold-out electric couch, a wet bar and a Nintendo Wii. Add a Wii gaming console outside on the trailer too!

 
Retractable Screen Door
Retractable Screen Door
A retractable screen door is convenient to use when entering and exiting your living quarters.

 
Slideouts
Slideouts
Expand the interior space of your living quarters with slideouts.

 
Living quarters
Soft Touch Upgrade Options
Upgraded wall and ceiling (Soft Touch) options include Corky Champagne, Crocodile Saddle, Crocodile Scarlett, Dakota Saddle, Grand Canyon Desert, Hide B Taupe, Jericho Gray, Majorca Chocolate, Majorca Taupe, Ranger Black, Ranger Bone, Ranger Brown, Serengeti Tanner, Stagecoach Black, Stagecoach Brown, Trail Nugget and Wrangler Khaki.

 
Corky Champagne
Crocodile Saddle
Crocodile Scarlett
Dakota Saddle
Grand Canyon Desert
Hide B Taupe
Jericho Gray
Majorca Chocolate
Majorca Taupe
Ranger Black
Ranger Bone
Ranger Brown
Serengeti Tanner
Stagecoach Black
Stagecoach Brown
Trail Nugget
Wrangler Khaki
Living quarters
Wall or Ceiling Options
Wall or ceiling options include Cork Tobacco, Empire Gray, Galaxy Basil, Medallion Silver, Mirage Autumn, Monterey Swiss, Pueblo Cinnamon, Regal Mocha and Shanghai Saddle.

 
Cork Tobacco
Empire Gray
Galaxy Basil
Medallion Silver
Mirage Autumn
Monterey Swiss
Pueblo Cinnamon
Regal Mocha
Shanghai Saddle
XM Satellite Radio
XM Satellite Radio
Add XM satellite radio to your living quarters.

 



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.