Gate Latches

The lever latch is designed to be operated from horse back. To release the latch, simply lift the handle and push the handle towards the spring-loaded plunger latch. To close the gate just push the gate shut and the plunger will lock automatically.

Ordering your Horse Back Lever latch

If you order your gate with a lever latch we can build the gate with the lever latch installed. If you are ordering your lever latch for an existing Hi-Hog gate you will be required to install the latch. Be sure to order the lever latch that is designed for your specific Hi-Hog gate.

The horse-back lever latch is designed to be paired with one of Hi-Hog's gate striker plates.

The lever latch is designed to be operated from horse back. To release the latch, simply lift the handle and push the handle towards the spring-loaded plunger latch. To close the gate just push the gate shut and the plunger will lock automatically.

Ordering your Horse Back Lever latch

If you order your gate with a lever latch we can build the gate with the lever latch installed. If you are ordering your lever latch for an existing Hi-Hog gate you will be required to install the latch. Be sure to order the lever latch that is designed for your specific Hi-Hog gate.

The horse-back lever latch is designed to be paired with one of Hi-Hog's gate striker plates.

The lever latch is designed to be operated from horse back. To release the latch, simply lift the handle and push the handle towards the spring-loaded plunger latch. To close the gate just push the gate shut and the plunger will lock automatically.

Ordering your Horse Back Lever latch

If you order your gate with a lever latch we can build the gate with the lever latch installed. If you are ordering your lever latch for an existing Hi-Hog gate you will be required to install the latch. Be sure to order the lever latch that is designed for your specific Hi-Hog gate.

The horse-back lever latch is designed to be paired with one of Hi-Hog's gate striker plates.

The lever latch is designed to be operated from horse back. To release the latch, simply lift the handle and push the handle towards the spring-loaded plunger latch. To close the gate just push the gate shut and the plunger will lock automatically.

Ordering your Horse Back Lever latch

If you order your gate with a lever latch we can build the gate with the lever latch installed. If you are ordering your lever latch for an existing Hi-Hog gate you will be required to install the latch. Be sure to order the lever latch that is designed for your specific Hi-Hog gate.

The horse-back lever latch is designed to be paired with one of Hi-Hog's gate striker plates.

The lever latch is designed to be operated from horse back. To release the latch, simply lift the handle and push the handle towards the spring-loaded plunger latch. To close the gate just push the gate shut and the plunger will lock automatically.

Ordering your Horse Back Lever latch

If you order your gate with a lever latch we can build the gate with the lever latch installed. If you are ordering your lever latch for an existing Hi-Hog gate you will be required to install the latch. Be sure to order the lever latch that is designed for your specific Hi-Hog gate.

The horse-back lever latch is designed to be paired with one of Hi-Hog's gate striker plates.

The spring-loaded plunger compresses when it hits the striker plate then extends and locks into the striker plate. For installations where the plunger stroke is controlled (such as when installed in Hi-Hog’s U-frame), you should use the 7/8” diameter plunger latch. For installations where the plunger stroke may vary (such as at an auction mart where posts spacing may vary), use the 1 1/8” diameter plunger latch. 

The spring-loaded plunger compresses when it hits the striker plate then extends and locks into the striker plate. For installations where the plunger stroke is controlled (such as when installed in Hi-Hog’s U-frame), you should use the 7/8” diameter plunger latch. For installations where the plunger stroke may vary (such as at an auction mart where posts spacing may vary), use the 1 1/8” diameter plunger latch. 

The drop latch is designed to be operated from horse back. A 4′ rod slides through tubing that is attached to the latch end of the gate at a 45-degree angle. This latch uses gravity and requires the operator to lift the latch for both opening and closing. 

The drop latch is traditionally paired with a post with a hole drilled in it to accommodate the latch rod. A striker plate can be used but it the striker plate is not designed to allow the drop latch to slam shut (as it is for the standard plunger latch or the horse-back lever latch).

The drop latch is designed to be operated from horse back. A 4′ rod slides through tubing that is attached to the latch end of the gate at a 45-degree angle. This latch uses gravity and requires the operator to lift the latch for both opening and closing. 

The drop latch is traditionally paired with a post with a hole drilled in it to accommodate the latch rod. A striker plate can be used but it the striker plate is not designed to allow the drop latch to slam shut (as it is for the standard plunger latch or the horse-back lever latch).