I have a 2005 Sport Trac 2WD, which is sutied to tow anything up to 5260 lbs. I believe it has a tounge weight of around 500 lbs, but I could be wrong.I have not purchased a horse trailer, or a horse yet for that matter, but plan on using my Sport Trac to tow them with.

I was told by a horsey-person friend that my truck could NOT be used to safely tow a horse and a small trailer, and by a horse I mean one that is around 1100-1400 lbs. She said it wasn't an issue of towing the loaded trailer, but a possible problem with breaking, as my small truck could not bring the trailer to a safe stop, because it might cause it to jack knife.
I would only be towing the 1 horse and basic riding tack/supplies. I would like the trailer to include a small tack room, no dressing room needed.

I wanted to know if this information was incorrect, and if so, what type of trailer would be the BEST to use for my situation. I know they are making newer, lighter trailers with a lighter tongue weight, but I read somewhere that the axle placement unevenly distributes the weight of the horse, increasing the risk of fish tailing.

Any help or reccommendations would be greatly appreciated!!!!

Hello KW...
In my experience, when the vehicle builders say anything up to 5260 pounds, they mean cargo. Horses are not like bricks and lumber. They can make a rig much more capable than yours dance at a stop-light.
Your friend is partially correct. A small truck will not be able to adequately stop the trailer in an EMERGENCY situation.

That said, I would recommend you look at a Brenderup trailer. It would fit the requirements you've described. My issue with a Brenderup is their high cost.