Everyday weatherproofing with the fit and closures to survive a full season outdoors
Waterproof, breathable protection for the days a horse is out in typical UK weather. Sized standard, ecolight ripstop outer.
HKM's 72876900.0018 Ecolight Winter Turnout Blanket Dark Blue is cut to standard with a ecolight ripstop waterproof outer and a winter weight fill, aimed at yards where the rug goes on in September and doesn't come off properly until spring.
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HKM medium-weight turnout rug, sized standard, with a ecolight ripstop outer and a winter weight fill. Built for everyday turnout through the autumn and spring shoulder seasons.
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ecolight ripstop Waterproof OuterRip-resistant and waterproof, built for daily turnout rather than occasional use.
Winter weightEnough warmth for autumn and spring turnout without overheating on milder days.
Everyday DurabilityReinforced stitching at the usual wear points, gate rubs, gusset and tail flap.
Sized standardMeasure from chest centre to buttock before ordering; sizing varies by brand.
About this horse blankets & rugs
HKM 72876900.0018 Ecolight Winter Turnout Blanket Dark Blue
HKM's Ecolight Winter Turnout in Dark Blue takes a ripstop approach to its outer construction, built for standard winter turnout use across a typical UK season.
"Ecolight" refers to HKM's fabric technology naming rather than fill weight, a common source of confusion in rug names generally, so it's worth checking the actual specification rather than the marketing name alone.
Rated 3.6 from 11 Amazon UK reviews and priced at £87.99, it's one of the more affordable rugs from an established German brand in this catalogue.
The details
Specifications
Brand
HKM
Type
Medium-weight turnout rug
Size
standard
Outer Fabric
ecolight ripstop
Fill
winter weight
Best Suited To
Everyday turnout through the autumn and spring shoulder seasons
Care
Machine washable on a rug cycle; reproof waterproof shells periodically
HKM 72876900.0018 Ecolight Winter Turnout Blanket Dark Blue
£87.99inc. VAT
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Got questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a rug with a winter weight fill warm enough for winter, or only autumn and spring?
a winter weight fill is a medium weight, built for daily turnout across autumn, spring and milder winter days. For a genuinely hard winter or a clipped horse, layer it with a liner or step up to a heavier rug.
How tough is a ecolight ripstop rug on a horse that rolls a lot?
ecolight ripstop is a durable, ripstop-style outer used across the trade for everyday turnout, built to take gate rubs, fence contact and rolling far better than a lightweight sheet.
Do I need a rug with a neck cover?
Only if your horse needs neck and shoulder warmth too, check the specification table above for whether this exact size includes a detachable or fixed neck; some versions in this range are body-only.
What's the difference between 0g, 200g and 300g fill horse rugs?
The number is grams of fill, the higher it is, the warmer the rug. 0g suits mild weather or a horse already rugged underneath, 200-260g covers most UK autumns and springs, and 300g plus is for clipped horses or a genuinely cold winter.
Can you wash a horse rug in a washing machine?
Yes, most rugs at this weight fit a large-capacity domestic machine on a rug or wool cycle with non-bio detergent, avoiding fabric softener, which clogs the waterproof coating's pores.
Is it suitable for turning out overnight?
Yes, that's what it's built for. Check the fit and strap tension before the first overnight turnout, and recheck after a few days as the straps settle in.
How tight should a horse rug fit?
You should be able to fit a flat hand between the surcingle straps and the belly, no tighter. Too loose and the rug can slip or twist; too tight and it rubs at the shoulders and withers.
What if it doesn't fit once it arrives?
Return it unused, with packaging where possible, under our returns policy, and we'll sort an exchange or refund.
How do I measure my horse for a rug?
Measure from the centre of the chest, along the side, to the point of the buttock, in a straight line rather than over the curve of the body. That figure in inches is the rug size; this listing is sized standard. If your horse falls between sizes, size up rather than down.
What does delivery cost and how long does it take?
Delivery cost and an estimated timescale for your address are calculated at checkout, before you pay, so there are no surprises. Free UK delivery applies on qualifying order values, shown at checkout.
Can I return this rug if the size or fit is wrong?
Yes. Return it unused, with the original packaging where possible, in line with our returns policy, and we'll arrange an exchange or refund.
The complete guide
Don't judge a rug by its name alone: reading the actual specification
3 min readPaddock & Co
Rug names across the market are full of brand-specific technology terms, Ecolight, ComFiTec, Guard-Tec, that sound descriptive but don't map to a single industry standard. Two rugs both marketed with a "thermo" or "eco" name from different brands can have genuinely different denier counts and fill weights underneath.
The reliable numbers are always denier (outer toughness) and fill weight in grams (warmth), both listed plainly in the specification table on this page. Use those to compare across brands rather than relying on how premium or technical a product name sounds.
Tell us your horse's height, breed and how they're kept, and we'll tell you honestly whether this rug is the right pick or point you to a better fit in the range.
The HKM 72876900.0018 Ecolight Winter Turnout Blanket Dark Blue is a medium-weight turnout rug sized standard, built with a ecolight ripstop outer and a winter weight fill. It suits everyday turnout through the autumn and spring shoulder seasons. Priced at £87.99 GBP. It holds a 3.6/5 rating from 11 reviews on Amazon UK. Country of origin and warranty length are not confirmed in this record.
HKM 72876900.0018 Ecolight Winter Turnout Blanket Dark Blue£87.99
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