Chicken Tractors for Meat Birds without Electric Fencing or Feed?

[russofford]

Hi Phil,

Thanks for the tips. My friend did a Google Sketchup drawing of my concept. After seeing what it might look like 'in real life' scale, it looks pretty darn big.





If I go with this size, I may need to reinforce it with a horizontal brace running along the length of the topmost section of the roof. Perhaps a line of PVC pipe joined with T's and X's could help. Or... I could make it smaller and still to the roof bracing, depending on the overall weight and sturdiness of the finished prototype. Also, the base would have 4 raised cross-braces that could double as perches. I would raise the cross-braces maybe 1 foot off the ground or so to avoid hurting the chickens as the structure is moved.

Russ

250 sf PVC COOP is a really good idea.

 

[Chick Charm]

Yes it is would be a good idea to put some PVC connectors on the center ceiling to add reinforcement. That is a really good sized tractor. Most Meaties do not roost like heritage or hybrids. They just lay on the ground.

Of course you could always make it smaller. That just means less meat chickens. Time and experience will tell you what is best for your situation and needs. I personally raise only 5 to 25 at a time for our family. The freezer is only so big.

Wish ya the best.