Water Troughs for Livestock
Polymaster’s poly water troughs are built for working properties across Victoria, South Australia, New South Wales, and South East Queensland. Cattle, horses, sheep, or mixed livestock, there’s a configuration to suit. Compact long troughs for smaller paddocks through to large-capacity round troughs and stock watering tanks that keep reserves up.
Browse Our Full Range of Water Troughs
Polymaster’s livestock trough range covers long troughs, sweep troughs, round troughs, stock watering tanks, and accessories, all manufactured from food-grade polyethylene and built for Australian conditions. Available through more than 1,600 agricultural and plumbing stores across Victoria, South Australia, New South Wales, and South East Queensland.
Round Troughs
Available from 250L up to 4,500L. Rust-proof, UV-stabilised poly with fully protected float valves and a low drain cap for fast, easy cleaning.
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Long Troughs
Long Troughs available from 140L to 600L. Fence-line design with a central float lets one trough water two paddocks at once
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Sweep Troughs
Clean in 5 minutes, not 30. Premium double-skin troughs with sweep-out base. Available in 250L & 450L
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Stock Water Tank + Trough
Stock watering tanks and trough ensures larger water reserves at all times for livestock
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WHY CHOOSE POLYMASTER
Australian-Made Livestock Troughs Built for Working Properties
Polymaster has been manufacturing poly water troughs for Australian livestock operations for over 30 years. Our range is designed from the ground up for the realities of working properties — robust enough to handle rough livestock use, UV-stabilised to withstand years of sun exposure, and simple enough to install without specialist equipment.
Every trough is manufactured from food-grade polyethylene certified to AS/NZS 4020, which means the water your livestock drink is stored cleanly from the moment it hits the trough. No rust, no contamination risk from degrading materials, and no sharp edges that can injure stock.
With options from 250L compact long troughs through to 4,500L round troughs and stock watering systems with pipeline connections, there is a Polymaster solution for every property size and livestock type.
TROUGH SELECTION GUIDE
Choosing the Right Water Trough for Your Livestock
Cattle
High-volume capacity is the priority. Master Tub round troughs from 1,200L to 4,500L suit beef and dairy operations. For pipeline setups, the 4,500L Stock Watering Tank keeps reserves up without constant refilling.
Horses
The Master Tub 200L and 600L models suit horse properties — quick release float cover, easy service valve, and all pipework protected by the trough surround with no exposed fittings for horses to damage.
Sheep & Mixed Livestock
The Supa Trough long range (250L to 600L) allows multiple animals to drink simultaneously and services two paddocks either side of the fence from a single unit.
Highest Quality and Standards
Every Polymaster water trough is manufactured from food-grade polyethylene, independently certified, and built to perform reliably in the field, so you can water your livestock with confidence.
Food Grade Polyethylene
Certified to AS/NZS 4020 — the Australian standard for products in contact with drinking water.
ISO 9001 Quality Management
Polymaster holds ISO 9001 certification — the international standard for quality management systems.
Australian Made
Designed, engineered, and manufactured right here in Australia — built for our climate and our conditions.
Independently Certified
Certified to AS/NZS 4766:2020 for polyethylene storage tanks.
One-Piece Poly Construction
No joins, no seams, no part lines. Manufactured in a single piece for maximum strength and long-term leak resistance — even under heavy livestock use.
Double Strength
UV+ Resin Manufactured with double-strength UV+ resin for ultimate protection against the harsh Australian sun across a long design life.
Food Grade Polyethylene
Every trough is certified to AS/NZS 4020 — the Australian standard for products in contact with drinking water. Safe for all livestock.
Built for Australian Conditions
Engineered and manufactured in Australia for Australian conditions — designed to handle temperature extremes, UV exposure, and the demands of working rural properties.
Not Sure Which Trough Is Right for Your Property?
Talk to our team. We will help you match the right trough type, size, and configuration to your livestock, your property, and your watering setup.
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Polymaster’s livestock water trough range.
Can these troughs be used as a cattle trough?
Yes. Polymaster’s round troughs and stock watering tanks are well suited to cattle use, particularly the larger capacity options from 1,200L to 4,500L. The Master Tub range and PT series are commonly used on cattle properties across Australia. All troughs are manufactured from food-grade polyethylene certified to AS/NZS 4020, making them safe for all livestock including cattle.
How do I stop my trough tipping over?
Polymaster’s long and sweep troughs can be anchored to the ground using stakes through the base mounting points to prevent tipping, particularly in high-traffic areas with large or boisterous livestock. For added stability in exposed locations, the Sweep Trough’s ballast design uses the weight of water in the lower chamber to anchor the unit — significantly reducing tip risk without additional fixing required. Contact our team for specific anchoring recommendations for your trough model.