The quarter fare disappears in 2026. But our C1 2-horse trucks save you thousands of euros in (road) tax
At Hulshof Horsetrucks we keep a close eye on the regulations on horse transport, not only because we work with them on a daily basis, but mainly because we want to stay ahead of our customers. private horse truck.s disappears on 1 January 2026 Understandably, the cost of private use of a 3.5-ton horse truck will be greatly increased.
Fortunately, we have a solution that is not only smarter, but also financially more attractive: our BPM-free C1 twin pairs horse trucks.
What does the new road tax on horse truck mean in 2026?
Many horse lovers have benefited from the quarter rate for special vehicles in recent years, which will stop.
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The private horse truck user pays the full MRB rate, just like a regular passenger car.
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All existing quarterly tariff decisions shall be repealed.
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A large proportion of the 3.5-ton horse truck.s (which previously were covered by the quarter rate) will suddenly pay hundreds of euros more per year.
In short: if you keep driving with a B-driving licence 3.5-ton horse trailer car, you'll feel the change in the p*one.
The Hulshof solution: a C1 pair of horse truck
Where others only see a problem, we always see a solution. Hulshof Horsetrucks offers completely BPM-free C1-horse trucks. And that makes the difference.
1) No BPM. direct an advantage of ± €25,000 on the news price
A C1-horse trailer (N2 category) is not covered by the BPM obligation. In practice, this means that the purchase of a new two-horse truck will cost us approximately €25,000 less than a similar BPM-based model.
2) MRB 2026: how much do you pay with a C1-horse truck on road taxes
A new C1 two-horse truck registered in 2026 shall be subject to:
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Until 1 July 2026: MRB of only €96 per quarter
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From 1 July 2026: €0 MRB for trucks below 12 tonnes
(The fixed road tax is abolished and replaced by a mileage tax, which applies only to motorways and some main roads.)
Where a private 3.5-ton horse truck goes to a full fare, a C1 truck by Hulshof Horsetrucks has virtually no fixed tax burden.
3) More load capacity, more stability, more safety
In addition to the tax advantages, a C1 truck simply offers more comfort and peace for the horses.:
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More load capacity
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Better weight distribution
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Greater stability on the road
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Professional build-up quality according to our own Hulshof standard
Why this change is good news for you
We notice that many riders, owners and operators are shocked by the imminent change in the MRB. But actually, 2026 offers the chance to:
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Switching to a heavier, safer and more professional vehicle
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That is significantly cheaper in both MRB and BPM
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Moreover, due to the new mileage rates, the future is not only sustainable but also sustainable.
Thanks to this combination, a C1 two-horse truck will simply be the most economical and comfortable choice for horse transport from 2026.
Want to know more about C1 pairs of horse truck?
Do you want to take advantage of these changes in time and book your new vehicle in time? Please contact us or come and see this horse truck yourself.
