Horse Training Carts (2 Wheel Horse Carts)
Horse training carts—often called horse carts or two-wheel horse carriages—are one of the most versatile tools in modern carriage driving. Whether you are starting a young horse, conditioning a seasoned driving horse, or simply enjoying pleasure driving, a well-balanced horse cart makes training safer, smoother, and more enjoyable.
Quality Horse Carts from World Class Carriages. World Class Carriages has earned a reputation among cart drivers worldwide for producing well-balanced horse carts and horse carriages designed for reliability and long-term use. Our training carts are Chinese Built, Australian designed and combine practical design with durable construction so drivers can focus on building confidence, communication, and performance with their horses.
Horse / Draft Training Cart
Model 02C
Horse / Draft training cart. Hyd. Brakes. Pneumatic or marathon Wheels. Seat slides back and forth to perfect the balance.
Two sets of wheels: add $740.00
Current stock
- Black with brown upholstery
- Black with black upholstery.
- Red with black upholstery. Sold
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Key Features
Widest between shafts: 40 inches
Distance from seat to ground: 42 inches
Seat dimensions: 36 by 16 inches
Distance from ground to floorboard: 25 inches
Total tread width: 51 inches
Wheel Height: 31 inches OAH
Weight: 220 lbs.
Accessories
Quick Release Snaps
$58 (see parts page for details)
Videos
Pony & Cobb Cart
Model 04C
Pony & Cobb size training cart with brakes. Optional 70cm Marathon or 23" Pneumatic Wheels. Seat slides back and forth to perfect the balance. Also available with 60cm marathon or 18" pneumatic wheels. that lowers the height by 2.5''.
Two sets of wheels: add $740.00
Current stock
-Black with black upholstery, marathon or pneumatic wheels.
-Black with brown upholstery, marathon wheels.
-Red with black upholstery, pneumatic wheels. Sold
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Key Features
(Specifications based on 23'' pneumatic wheels)
Widest between shafts: 31 inches
Distance from seat to ground: 33.5 inches
Seat dimensions: 36 by 15 inches
Distance from ground to floorboard: 17.5 inches
Total tread width: 51 inchesWheel Height: 29" OAH.
Weight: 165
Accessories
Quick Release Snaps
$58 (see parts page for details)
Videos
Mini Pony Cart
Model 04CXS
Two wheel marathon cart for mini pony with brakes. Optional 60cm Marathon or 16" Pneumatic Wheels. Seat slides back and forth to perfect the balance.
Two sets of wheels: add $650
Current stock
- Black with black upholstery, marathon or pneumatic wheels.
- Black with brown upholstery, marathon or pneumatic wheels.
- Red with black upholstery, marathon or pneumatic wheels.
Please fill out the information below and a member of our team will be in touch with you!
Key Features
Widest between shafts: 25 inches
Distance from seat to ground: 26 inches
Seat dimensions: 30 by 14 inches
Distance from ground to floorboard: 12 inches
Total tread width: 44 inches
Wheel Height: 21 inches OAH for pneumatic wheels and 24 inches for marathon wheels.
Weight: 120
Accessories
Quick Release Snaps
3.5" Quick Release
Videos
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Use a Two-Wheel Training Cart?
Two-wheel horse carts are popular among drivers because they are:
- Lightweight and easy for horses to pull
- Highly maneuverable for training work
- Responsive to the horse’s movement
- Ideal for everyday exercise and practice driving
Because the shafts attach directly to the horse, the cart follows the horse closely and allows the driver to maintain a strong connection during training and driving work.
Many modern training carts also feature adjustable seating, balanced frame geometry, and optional braking systems, allowing drivers to fine-tune the cart for different horses and driving conditions.
Built for Training, Exercise & Pleasure Driving
Horse training carts are commonly used for:
- Starting young horses in harness
- Daily exercise and conditioning
- Pleasure driving on roads and trails
- Practice for carriage driving competitions
Their simple and efficient design makes them one of the most versatile vehicles in carriage driving. Two-wheel carts have been used for centuries in many forms of horse-drawn vehicles, which historically included both two- and four-wheel passenger carriages.
Quality Training Carts from World Class Carriages
World Class Carriages builds premium horse training carts trusted by drivers around the world. Each cart is designed to provide proper balance between the horse and driver while maintaining strength and long-term reliability.
Our training carts are available in configurations suited for mini horses, ponies, and full-size horses, giving drivers the flexibility to choose the ideal cart for their horse and driving style.
Whether you're starting a young horse or simply enjoying a relaxing drive, a well-balanced two-wheel training cart is one of the most valuable tools in carriage driving.