Handling calves safely during marking and branding takes the right setup, especially when you are working with squirming, unpredictable animals and a team that needs both hands free. RPM Livestock Equipment built its calf cradle to solve exactly that problem, giving Australian producers a purpose-built way to handle calves without the risk to the calf or operator.

Whether you are after a specialised calf marking cradle or a calf branding cradle, the RPM design is purpose-built to handle calves across all regular breeds found throughout Australia. The cradle and its companion Stand Alone Calf Race are not simply scaled-down versions of RPM's full-size cattle equipment; both are adjustable to suit different sizes and breed differences. Heavy-duty galvanised steel construction, a head rest and a cowl infill protect both the calf and the operator throughout the job, while the table-style design keeps everything sturdy and stable in the yard.

Hydra Lock technology gives the cradle infinite clamping adjustment, so the unit locks calves of different sizes securely without any guesswork, and foot-and-hand operation lets the operator run the cradle hands-free when needed. Nearside or offside branding is available depending on how your yard runs, so just specify your preference when you place the order. For producers wanting a powered option, RPM also offers an Air Calf Cradle, and the matching Stand Alone Calf Race rounds out a complete calf handling setup built around the same cradle and race system.

Every cradle is engineered with operator safety in mind, improving OH&S outcomes compared to older-style handling methods, and the adjustable frame suits most regular cattle breeds across Australian operations. If your yard layout calls for something different, RPM will design a cradle to suit your specific setup rather than forcing a standard unit into place. Proudly Australian made, the RPM calf cradle reflects decades of cattle equipment manufacturing experience, and producers keep coming back to this calf marking cradle and calf branding cradle combination because the build quality holds up season after season.

Ready to upgrade your calf handling setup? Call RPM Livestock Equipment on (07) 5462 3433 or email [email protected] to enquire about cradle availability and pricing, or visit the team at 3 Industrial Road, Gatton QLD 4343. Request the RPM catalogue today and fit out your yard with equipment built to last.