Equi Groomer – QDX
By Conterra
Full-service pull-behind groomer that preps the base and finishes the surface in a single pass. S-tines cut to 0″–3″ at 2-5/8″ spacing, front and rear leveler bars float over the surface, and a split rear roller stabilizes footing while reducing roller skid through corners — for a consistent, show-ready finish.
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Built to order · 4–6 weeks · Freight calculated at checkout · Backed by Conterra's limited warranty
Why owners love it
Reliable. Functional. Enjoyable.
Three promises every Conterra Equi Groomer has to keep on day one — and a decade in.
Reliable
gets the job done, ride after ride, season after season.
Functional
easy to use; dual jacks set depth and roller in seconds.
Enjoyable
instant gratification every time you cross the arena.
The case for the Equi Groomer
Why show & training facilities pick the Equi Groomer
Built for full-service show and training facilities that want a single groomer that preps the base and finishes the surface in one pass. S-tines, leveler bars, and a split rear roller work together to deliver consistent, level footing.
- Preps base + finishes surface in a single pass — no second tool required
- S-tines cut to 0″–3″ at 2-5/8″ spacing for superior subsurface preparation
- Front and rear leveler bars float and auto-adjust to surface conditions on the fly
- Split rear roller stabilizes footing and reduces roller skid through corners
- Revolutionary Depth Control System — same pre-set depth every pass
- Repositionable AR400 tines (three mount holes) — extends tine life dramatically
- No-scuff wall wheel — mountable front or rear, either side
- Two widths (64″ and 76″) — match your arena size and pull vehicle
Engineered efficiency
Why consistent dragging matters
Stable footing keeps horses sound. A well-worn path or depression is bound to cause harm — building a dragging habit is healthy for your horses, your riders, and overall arena maintenance. Whether you have natural or synthetic footing, ruts can easily form, and the deeper they become the harder they are to fix.
Stable footing
safer rides, longer—lasting surface
Healthy for your horses
no ruts, no hot spots, no compaction
Timing is everything
drag often, drag light, never let ruts set
Specifications
Built tough, built to last
Engineered by Conterra for daily equestrian use across show, training, and full-service facilities.
- Pull vehicle
- ATV, UTV, garden tractor, or compact tractor
- Cutting depth
- 0″ to 3″ via top-wind jack, with 2-5/8″ tine spacing
- Standard rear roller — can be fitted with a rear comb if additional leveling is desired
- Depth Control System
- top- and side-wind jacks adjust grooming depth and rear roller in seconds
- Depth gauge
- easy-to-read, resets to the same depth every use
- Rear roller
- split into two sections for stabilization and reduced corner skid
- Front + rear leveler bars
- float and auto-adjust to surface conditions on the fly
- Arena tines
- laser-cut 3/8″ hardened AR400 steel with three mount holes — reposition as they wear, replace with a single 3/8″ bolt and retainer clip
- Leveler bars
- laser-cut 3/8″ plate steel, easily replaced
- Frame
- laser-cut 1/4″ steel plate with 2″×2″ square-tube cross-braces
- Wall wheel
- no-scuff, mountable front or rear, either side
- Tires
- wide-flotation on 1,000 lb axles with easy-lube hubs
- Finish
- durable black paint
Choose your width
Model reference
Both QDX models share a 79″ length and the same frame architecture.
- CEQG 64 – QDX — 64″ wide × 79″ long — 350–500cc / 20–30 hp recommended — ~500 lb
- CEQG 76 – QDX — 76″ wide × 79″ long — 500cc+ / 30+ hp recommended — ~570 lb
Extend your groomer
Accessories
Pair the Equi Groomer with the Conterra accessory family to extend its capabilities.
- Reclaimer Bar EG — pull migrated footing back into the riding surface
- Arena Drag Hitch — adapt the groomer to any pull vehicle
- Water Kits EG — add watering for dust-free passes (standard $1,495–$1,695 · 64″ $2,149 · 76″ $2,295)
- EquiTines — direct-fit hardened-steel replacement tines
Maintenance habit
How often should I drag my arena?
It depends on how many horses use the arena. With a single horse, dragging every 2–3 days will adequately redistribute and level the footing. The more horses you have, the more often you'll need to drag — consistency matters more than aggression. The important thing is to keep the surface as level as possible.
Explore the family
Other Performance Drags & Groomers
If the Equi Groomer isn't quite right, the Conterra family scales up and down for every facility size.
Frequently asked questions
What can I pull the Equi Groomer with?
ATVs, UTVs, garden tractors, and compact tractors. The 64″ model recommends 350–500cc / 20–30 hp, and the 76″ model recommends 500cc+ / 30+ hp. The optional Arena Drag Hitch adapts it to virtually any pull vehicle.
How is the Equi Groomer different from the Arena Rake or Dragster?
The Equi Groomer pairs S-tines with a split rear roller and front/rear leveler bars, so it preps the base and finishes the surface in one pass — ideal for dressage and show prep. The Arena Rake is a scarifier with angled shanks for hard-packed conditions, and the Dragster uses swept harrow tines for sand and sandy-loam.
How deep can it cut?
0″ to 3″, controlled by the top-wind jack and confirmed by the easy-to-read depth gauge. Once set, the gauging tires hold the depth consistent every pass.
Why a split rear roller?
The two-section rear roller stabilizes footing and dramatically reduces roller skid through corners — important for show-prep finish quality.
Are the tines and leveler bars replaceable?
Yes. The 3/8″ AR400 hardened-steel tines have three mount holes so you can reposition them downward as they wear, then swap them out with a single 3/8″ bolt and retainer clip. Both leveler bars are laser-cut 3/8″ plate steel and bolt off for replacement.
What's the lead time?
Groomers are built to order. Expect 4–6 weeks for production and delivery. Shipping is calculated prior to delivery.
How often should I drag my arena?
With one horse, every 2–3 days is enough. With more horses or heavier use, drag more often. The goal is to keep the surface as level as possible — consistency matters more than aggression.