Transport by roadU.K.
| Category | Weight in kg | Area in m2/animal |
|---|---|---|
| Shorn sheep and lambs of 26 kg and over | < 55 | 0,2 to 0,3 |
| > 55 | > 0,3 | |
| Unshorn sheep | < 55 | 0,3 to 0,4 |
| > 55 | > 0,4 | |
| Heavily pregnant ewes | < 55 | 0,4 to 0,5 |
| > 55 | > 0,5 | |
| Goats | < 35 | 0,2 to 0,3 |
| 35 to 55 | 0,3 to 0,4 | |
| > 55 | 0,4 to 0,75 | |
| Heavily pregnant goats | < 55 | 0,4 to 0,5 |
| > 55 | > 0,5 |
The surface area indicated above may vary depending on the breed, the size, the physical condition and the length of fleece of the animals, as well as on the meteorological conditions and the journey time. As an indication: for small lambs, an area of under 0,2 m2 per animal may be provided.