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Product Name	Height-Adjustable Calf Transport Cart
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Product Overview	The Height-Adjustable Calf Transport Cart is a manually operated livestock handling trolley designed for moving individual calves between calving pens, calf housing areas, veterinary stations, pasture areas and other locations within a dairy or cattle farm. Its height-adjustable structure allows the cart to be lowered for easier loading and unloading, helping reduce the need to lift young calves manually. A closable rear door and front locking headgate keep the animal contained during movement, while two large wheels provide easy maneuverability on barn floors and moderately uneven farm surfaces. The compact mechanical design requires no engine, battery or hydraulic power, making it a practical calf-handling solution for commercial dairy farms, breeding operations and livestock engineering projects.
Key Features	Height-adjustable structure simplifies calf loading and unloading. Front locking headgate helps keep the calf securely positioned during transport. Closable rear door provides controlled entry and prevents backward escape. Large-diameter wheels improve maneuverability on barn floors and uneven farm surfaces. Two-wheel configuration allows convenient manual handling by one operator under suitable conditions. Bent sheet-metal sidewalls provide a strong enclosed transport compartment. Plywood floor provides a practical standing surface for the calf. Long operating handles provide leverage for steering and positioning. Compact dimensions suit calf barns, passageways and livestock service areas. Simple mechanical construction reduces maintenance requirements.
Structural Components	Main Frame: Tubular metal structure supporting the transport compartment and wheel assembly. Sheet-Metal Sidewalls: Bent metal panels form an enclosed area around the calf during movement. Plywood Floor: Provides the calf with a stable standing platform inside the cart. Front Locking Headgate: Helps restrain and position the calf during transport. Rear Closing Door: Opens for loading and closes to contain the calf securely. Height-Adjustment Structure: Allows the transport body to be raised or lowered for easier animal access. Large Spoked Wheels: Reduce rolling resistance and support movement over typical farm surfaces. Manual Handles: Provide leverage for pushing, pulling, steering and positioning the cart.
Working Principle	Before loading, the transport body is lowered to provide easier calf access. The rear door is opened and the calf is guided carefully into the cart. After the calf enters, the rear door is secured and the front locking headgate is adjusted to keep the animal safely contained. The cart is then raised to its transport position. The operator moves the cart using the manual handles while the large wheels carry the load. At the destination, the cart can be lowered again before the calf is released, minimizing the height difference during unloading.
Technical Specifications	Product Type Manual Height-Adjustable Calf Transport Cart Animal Capacity 1 Calf Reference Length 1450 mm Reference Width 1185 mm Reference Height 760 mm Reference Weight 33 kg Reference Wheel Size 26 × 2.125 Sidewall Material Bent Sheet Metal Floor Material Plywood Front Restraint Locking Headgate Rear Access Closable Loading Door Height Adjustment Manual Raising and Lowering Drive Type Manual Alternative Configurations Available upon Request
Applications	Commercial dairy farms. Newborn calf transfer from calving areas to calf housing. Movement between calf hutches, pens and rearing buildings. Transport to veterinary examination and treatment areas. Calf weighing and management stations. Replacement-heifer rearing facilities. Indoor cattle barns and outdoor calf-rearing areas. Steel-structure dairy farm projects. Livestock breeding farms and agricultural engineering projects.
Customization Options	Product configuration can be selected according to calf size, barn passage width, floor conditions and farm handling procedures. Alternative surface treatments, wheel configurations, floor materials, restraint arrangements and auxiliary handling accessories can be supplied according to project requirements. Dimensions, finish and accessory packages are customizable and available upon request.
Installation & Maintenance	Inspect and assemble all frame, wheel, gate and handle components before first use. Confirm that the height-adjustment mechanism moves freely and locks securely. Check the front headgate and rear door before every calf transport operation. Inspect wheel condition, axle fasteners and tire pressure regularly. Keep the plywood floor dry and inspect it for wear, cracking or moisture damage. Remove manure, bedding and other contamination after use. Wash and disinfect animal-contact surfaces according to the farm hygiene program. Inspect sheet-metal panels for sharp edges or deformation that could injure calves. Lubricate moving joints and adjustment points where required. Replace damaged restraint, wheel or structural components before returning the cart to service.
Product FAQ	Q: What is the calf transport cart mainly used for? A: It is designed for moving individual calves within cattle farms, including between calving pens, calf housing, pasture areas and livestock service locations. Q: Why is the cart height-adjustable? A: Lowering the transport body reduces the entry and exit height, making loading and unloading easier and reducing the need for manual lifting. Q: How is the calf kept inside the cart? A: A locking headgate at the front and a closable door at the rear help keep the calf contained during movement. Q: Can the cart travel over uneven farm surfaces? A: The large wheels are designed to improve maneuverability over typical barn floors and moderately uneven farm surfaces. Q: Does the cart require electricity or hydraulic power? A: No. The reference design is manually operated and does not require a battery, engine or external hydraulic connection. Q: What are the reference dimensions? A: The reference model measures approximately 1450 × 1185 × 760 mm and weighs approximately 33 kg. Q: Can the cart be used for veterinary handling? A: It can be used to transport a calf to an examination or treatment area. Veterinary restraint procedures should always follow applicable animal-welfare and farm-safety requirements. Q: Can the cart configuration be customized? A: Yes. Dimensions, surface treatment, wheel arrangement and selected handling accessories can be configured according to project requirements.
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