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CowTrac™ Systems: The Ultimate Mechanical Cow

Cow Horse Productions is a proud distributor of The CowTrac™ Mechanical Cow Systems. CowTrac™ Mechanical Cow systems are the ultimate systems for training your horse to work a cow, stop straight, improve roll backs, and maintain proper position. The CowTrac™ Systems are portable and easy to set up and they provide a safe training environment that lets you focus on proper position. The CowTrac™ Systems are easily controlled manually or by remote operation from horseback.

CowTrac™systems serve many disciplines including Cow Horse, Cutting, Reining, Camp Drafting, Team Penning, Ranch Sorting, Ranch Versatility or just plain giving your horse something to do.

Watch the video below where Aaron Ralston shows you what the amazing CowTrac™ systems can do for you and your horse. Then compare the different systems below to decide which system is right for you. We've even provided an easy-to-use CowTrac™ comparison chart to help you decide.

Benefits of CowTrac™ Systems:

Extend the usefulness of your cows
Lets you focus on position
Safe, predictable training environment

Product Features:

Remote control from horseback; adjustable Velcro band, 2 rechargeable batteries with AC and car charger included with all models.
Manual direction control mounted on the enclosure. If controlled manually, the speed can be adjusted while the unit is in motion. The built in ramp-down feature allows the rider to adjust the stopping period. The tactile switch allows you to feel the contact. It can be used on either hand or placed on the saddle horn. Flush button design eliminates unwanted operation.
Available with optional BUMP Technology that places speed setting at your fingertips, allowing you to set the slow and fast speeds right from the remote.
Weather resistant NEMA4 steel enclosure powder coated for durability.
Compact, powerful, and easy to set up. The universal mounting system makes it easy to set up and take down in minutes.
True portability: all systems operate on 120VAC/240VAC or directly from a 12 VDC source like a deep cycle battery.
Standard Supercord line for a 100 ft. working area included with all products. Supercord doesn't stretch and is weather resistant.
2 year limited warranty includes system and remote.

View our easy-to-use CowTrac ™comparison chart to compare the functionality of the different CowTrac™ Models at a glance.

CowTrac™	CowTrac II™	CowTrac Ultima™	CowTrac SideKick™	CowTrac SideKick II™


Single speed system 2 button remote as well as manual direction control Adjustable Stop: The ability to set the stop allows you to select a hard stop, a slow stop, or one in between. Standard manual controls mounted on side of unit include Power Switch, Motor Polarity Switch, Adjustable Ramp control, Left/Right Switch, and Speed Control. The built in adjustable ramp-down feature keeps the cow from starting and stopping abruptly and ensures a smooth transition from slow to fast and fast to slow. Weighs 24 lbs. Comes standard with Flag Optional Upgrades: BUMP Technology Upgrade from Flag to light, flexible cow with unique design (its 3D head and 2D body provide life-like movement while being extremely light and weather resistant. The four line "tail drag" system keeps the tail from sliding by the head when the cow stops. The weighted nose and feet keep the cow stable during movement. Travel Case (waterproof, dust proof, crush proof) Starts at $1,295	Dual (variable) speed system 2 button remote as well as manual direction control Adjustable Stop: The ability to set the stop allows you to select a hard stop, a slow stop, or one in between. Standard manual controls mounted on side of unit include Power With, Motor Polarity Switch, Adjustable Ramp control, Left/Right Switch, and Speed Control. The built in adjustable ramp-down feature keeps the cow from starting and stopping abruptly and ensures a smooth transition from slow to fast and fast to slow. Weighs 24 lbs. Comes standard with Flag Optional Upgrades: BUMP Technology Upgrade from Flag to light, flexible cow with unique design (its 3D head and 2D body provide life-like movement while being extremely light and weather resistant. The four line "tail drag" system keeps the tail from sliding by the head when the cow stops. The weighted nose and feet keep the cow stable during movement. Travel Case (waterproof, dust proof, crush proof) Starts at $1,695	Dual (variable) speed system 5 button remote with remote controlled Record/Play Function: 4 memory locations can hold up to 500 moves. This is truly a system that can provide a great training program. The non-volatile memory won't lose stored programs. The record, play, pause, and stop functions are all activated from the remote. The pause feature lets you stop the clock in either record or play mode. All speed settings are recorded so there is no need to remember the speed settings for each program. Adjustable Stop: The ability to set the stop allows you to select a hard stop, a slow stop, or one in between. Standard manual controls mounted on side of unit include Power With, Motor Polarity Switch, Adjustable Ramp control, Left/Right Switch, and Speed Control. The built in adjustable ramp-down feature keeps the cow from starting and stopping abruptly and ensures a smooth transition from slow to fast and fast to slow. Weighs 24 lbs. Comes standard with Flag Optional Upgrades: BUMP Technology Upgrade from Flag to light, flexible cow with unique design (its 3D head and 2D body provide life-like movement while being extremely light and weather resistant. The four line "tail drag" system keeps the tail from sliding by the head when the cow stops. The weighted nose and feet keep the cow stable during movement. Travel Case (waterproof, dust proof, crush proof) Starts at $2,695	Single speed system 2 button remote as well as manual direction control Standard manual controls mounted on side of unit include Power With, Motor Polarity Switch, Adjustable Ramp control, Left/Right Switch, and Speed Control. The built in adjustable ramp-down feature keeps the cow from starting and stopping abruptly and ensures a smooth transition from slow to fast and fast to slow. Weighs 11 lbs. Flag only system Optional Upgrades: BUMP Technology Upgradeable to 18V NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) battery with fast charger Travel Case (waterproof, dust proof, crush proof) Starts at $1,095	Dual (variable) speed system 2 button remote as well as manual direction control Standard manual controls mounted on side of unit include Power With, Motor Polarity Switch, Adjustable Ramp control, Left/Right Switch, and Speed Control. The built in adjustable ramp-down feature keeps the cow from starting and stopping abruptly and ensures a smooth transition from slow to fast and fast to slow. Weighs 11 lbs. Flag only system Optional Upgrades: BUMP Technology Upgradeable to 18V NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) battery with fast charger Travel Case (waterproof, dust proof, crush proof) Starts at $1,395

The Ride featuring CowTrac Systems DVD Cow Horse Productions sells a DVD of past episodes featuring the CowTrac™ Mechanical Cow Systems so you can practice the training techniques with your horse.

Cow Horse Productions proudly endorses the following companies:

Essential Tools

CowTrac™ Systems: The Ultimate Mechanical Cow

CowTrac™

CowTrac II™

CowTrac Ultima™

CowTrac SideKick™

CowTrac SideKick II™