How to Make Horse Carts

Horse carts come in different styles used for various purposes. Building your own horse cart requires using some special tools and knowledge in the welding area. You will also need to know basic horse terms in regards to measurements and height and how to convert these into layman terms.

Items Needed:

• Lumber


• Hack saw


• Arch welder


• Cutting torch


• Grinder


• Drill


• Hammer


• Screws


• Nails


• Wagon wheels


• Various brackets 

1. Design your horse cart according to the style you want. Take measurements of your horse's height, width and length. Use these measurements in your design. 


2. Sketch your cart on paper with actual measurements to ensure the right construction of your cart. You will also need to consider the size of the wheels and include this on your design.


3. Build the frame of your horse cart according to the measurements you used when designing your cart. Most carts are made from wood.


4. Measure, cut and build the sides of your horse cart. Attach these with screws, nails or brackets to your frame.


5. Construct a bench for your cart with lumber. Use the measurements you have already taken in your design sketch. Place this in the cart and secure it with brackets. Make sure it doesn't move around.


6. Attach your wheels to your cart making sure they do not wobble. 


7. Place blocks of wood or bricks in front of and behind your wheels so your cart does not move while finishing the cart.


8. Measure the length for the shaft of the cart that attaches the horse's harness to the cart. Secure the shafts to the cart. 


9. Make sure all parts are secure and do not slide or move around.