Drinking Trough
Our Drinking Troughs are designed to meet the specific watering needs of pigs, gilts, and sows, ensuring consistent access to clean water. They are also well-suited for a variety of other livestock, including sheep, goats, and horses, making them a versatile choice for mixed farming operations.
All our Drinking Troughs are made from 2mm sheet steel and hot-dip galvanised for long-term durability and corrosion resistance, even in demanding outdoor environments.
We offer a range of Drinking Troughs to suit different budgets and setups:
Budget Drinking Troughs
Our Budget Drinking Troughs offer a cost-effective solution for providing pigs and other animals with reliable access to clean water, without compromising on essential functionality.
These troughs do not include a hinged lid, making them a simpler and more economical choice.
Each trough includes a 4″ high float box, with float and valve options available at either the end or the middle.
Key Features:
Overall Size (approx): 4.1ft (1.25m) L x 16″ (40cm) W x 8″ (20cm) D
Water Area: 3.57ft (1.09m)
Float Box: Exposed (no lid)
Float Position: End or Middle
Pig Capacity (based on RSPCA Pig Welfare Standards – March 2025):
- <25kg up to 109 pigs
- 25 – 40kg up to 91 pigs
- >40kg up to 73 pigs
Deluxe Farrowing Drinker
Our Deluxe Farrowing Drinker is a premium option designed for demanding outdoor environments, offering increased water capacity and added protection.
This model features a centrally positioned float box, enclosed with a hinged lid to protect the float and valve from contamination and damage.
The mid-float configuration makes it ideal for use across two paddocks.
Key Features:
Overall Size (approx.): 4.1ft (1.25m) L x 16″ (40cm) W x 10″ (25cm) D
Water Area: 3.57ft (1.09m)
Float Box: Enclosed with a hinged lid
Float Position: Mid – suitable for use across two paddocks
Pig Capacity (based on RSPCA Pig Welfare Standards – March 2025):
- <25kg up to 109 pigs
- 25 – 40kg up to 91 pigs
- >40kg up to 73 pigs
Drinking troughs with Bars
Our Drinking Troughs with Bars are designed to prevent pigs from wallowing in the water, helping to maintain hygiene and reduce water waste. These troughs feature 16mm steel bars across the top, providing an effective barrier while still allowing easy access for drinking.
This model also features an enclosed float box with a hinged lid to protect the float and valve from contamination and damage.
These troughs are ideal for larger groups and outdoor setups:
6ft Model
Key Features:
Overall Size (approx.): 6ft (1.83m) L x 2ft (60cm) W x 10″ (25cm) D
Water Area: 5.42ft (1.65m)
Float Box: Enclosed with a hinged lid
Float Position: End or Middle
Pig Capacity (based on RSPCA Pig Welfare Standards March 2025):
- <25kg up to 165 pigs
- 25 – 40kg up to 138 pigs
- >40kg up to 110 pigs
8ft Model
Key Features:
Overall Size (approx.): 8ft (2.44m) L x 2ft (60cm) W x 10″ (25cm) D
Water Area: 7.29ft (2.22m)
Float Box: Enclosed with a hinged lid
Float Position: End or Middle
Pig Capacity (based on RSPCA Pig Welfare Standards – March 2025):
- <25kg up to 222 pigs
- 25 – 40kg up to 186 pigs
- >40kg up to 148 pigs
Note on Pig Capacity Calculations
Pig capacity figures are based on the RSPCA Welfare Standards for Pigs (March 2025), which specify the maximum number of pigs per metre of water trough as follows:
<25kg pigs: up to 100 pigs per metre
25–40kg pigs: up to 84 pigs per metre
>40kg pigs: up to 67 pigs per metre
These calculations assume full-length access to clean water and are intended to support best practice in animal welfare. For more details, refer to section FW 2.3 of the RSPCA standards.