{"product_id":"porta-coop-6-8-heritage-mobile-chicken-coop","title":"Porta Coop 6' × 8' Heritage Mobile Chicken Coop","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFresh Pasture for Your Flock, One Move at a Time\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePorta Coop 6' × 8' Heritage Mobile Chicken Coop\u003c\/strong\u003e is a covered, open-air poultry enclosure designed to move with your flock. Instead of keeping birds on the same patch of ground, its mobile design makes it easy to regularly move the enclosure to fresh areas while keeping your chickens, broilers, or turkeys contained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePorta Coop's \u003cstrong\u003eone-step moving system\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed so your birds walk along inside the enclosure during the move, eliminating the need to catch and relocate the flock separately. Flat-free wheels make moving easier, while an extra-tall door provides convenient access for feeding, tending your birds, and loading poultry when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around a \u003cstrong\u003e1.25\" × 1.25\", 16-gauge steel tubing frame\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Heritage features \u003cstrong\u003e14-gauge welded wire with 1\" × 2\" openings\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eheavy-duty UV-resistant tarp\u003c\/strong\u003e that creates a covered area within the enclosure. Steel components are powder-coated after welding for added durability and protection. The result is a practical mobile setup for backyard poultry keepers and homesteaders who want to incorporate fresh-ground rotation into their flock management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the 6' × 8' Heritage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-step moving design\u003c\/strong\u003e — Your birds walk with the coop as you move it to fresh ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlat-free wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e — Made in the USA and designed to eliminate worries about flat tires.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-position lift system\u003c\/strong\u003e — The handle provides two lift positions, allowing you to adjust how high the coop is raised for moving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty steel construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Built with a 1.25\" × 1.25\", 16-gauge steel tubing frame and 14-gauge welded wire with 1\" × 2\" openings.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowder-coated finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — Steel components are powder-coated after welding for added durability and protection.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty UV-resistant tarp\u003c\/strong\u003e — Provides a covered area within the enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-tall door\u003c\/strong\u003e — Provides easier access for feeding and loading birds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e — Porta Coop manufactures its Heritage coops in the USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing the Right Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePorta Coop recommends the \u003cstrong\u003e6' × 8' Heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003ePoultry Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eRecommended Flock Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLayers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–15 birds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroilers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–30 birds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurkeys\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–8 birds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed more room? The \u003cstrong\u003e10' × 12' Heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for larger flocks, with Porta Coop recommending it for 15–40 layers, 35–75 broilers, or 8–20 turkeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose Your Heritage Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e6' × 8' Heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e is available as a coop on its own, with the coop and roost, or can be equipped for layers or broilers with Porta Coop's recommended package components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6' × 8' Coop + Roost\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6' roost bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6' × 8' Layer Package\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourleafcoop.com\/products\/porta-coop-3-gallon-nipple-waterer\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Porta Coop 3 Gallon 3 Nipple Waterer\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3-gallon nipple waterer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourleafcoop.com\/products\/porta-coop-galvanized-poultry-feeder\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Porta Coop Galvanized Poultry Feeder\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e22 lb. feeder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6' roost bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourleafcoop.com\/products\/porta-coop-rollaway-nest-box\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Porta Coop Rollaway Nest Box\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e30\" Rollaway Nest Box (3-hole configuration)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6' × 8' Broiler Package\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourleafcoop.com\/products\/porta-coop-bell-waterer-with-bucket\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Porta Coop Bell Waterer with Bucket\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBell waterer with bucket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourleafcoop.com\/products\/porta-coop-galvanized-poultry-feeder\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Porta Coop Galvanized Poultry Feeder\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e44 lb. feeder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping laying hens?\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose \u003cstrong\u003eCoop + Roost\u003c\/strong\u003e to add Porta Coop's recommended roost space without purchasing the complete Layer Package. The Layer Package includes the recommended roost space along with the listed feeding, watering, and nesting equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for a different setup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNeed a different combination of feeders, waterers, nesting boxes, or roost space? \u003cstrong\u003eContact us for a custom Porta Coop package.\u003c\/strong\u003e We can help you put together a setup that fits your flock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAssembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Heritage arrives ready for on-site assembly. The four main coop panels connect using \u003cstrong\u003epre-drilled mounting holes\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by installation of the peak rafter, handle, wheel-lift system, wheels, and tarp system. The 6' × 8' Heritage includes a side-and-back tarp and roof tarp secured to the coop with bungees. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePorta Coop's assembly instructions call for common hand tools including a crescent wrench, 9\/16” and 1\/2” wrenches, tape measure, ratchet and sockets. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePorta Coop estimates assembly of the 6' × 8' Heritage at approximately 2 hours. The coop can be assembled by one person, although having two people can make the process easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/6456\/9398\/files\/Porta-Coop-heritage-assembly-instructions.pdf?v=1788167866\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/6456\/9398\/files\/Four-leaf-assembly-instructions-icon-350.jpg?v=1787218659\" alt=\"Porta Coop 6' x 8' Heritage Mobile Chicken Coop Assembly Instructions\" style=\"width: 350px; max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=TIpb8-rCvjE\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/TIpb8-rCvjE\/hqdefault.jpg\" alt=\"Porta Coop Heritage Assembly video\" width=\"350\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width: 350px; max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=TIpb8-rCvjE\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e▶ Watch the Assembly of a Heritage Porta Coop on YouTube\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/shorts\/OnPzAy9mRJE\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/OnPzAy9mRJE\/hqdefault.jpg\" alt=\"Porta Coop mobility system demonstrated on a Heritage chicken coop\" width=\"350\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width: 350px; max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/shorts\/OnPzAy9mRJE\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e▶ See the Porta Coop Mobility System in Action on YouTube\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular maintenance helps keep your Heritage performing as intended. Porta Coop recommends \u003cstrong\u003echecking and tightening loose fasteners every 3–6 months\u003c\/strong\u003e and inspecting the powder coating annually for scuffs, scratches or damaged areas that may need touch-up. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tarp can be repaired with a quality canvas patch kit if damaged, and Porta Coop recommends replacing the ball bungees as they lose elasticity over time. Replacement parts are available from Porta Coop. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porta Coop instructs owners to position the coop so that it \u003cstrong\u003edoes not face directly into the wind\u003c\/strong\u003e to help prevent damage. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCold-Weather Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Heritage is a covered, open-air mobile enclosure. Porta Coop offers a separate \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fourleafcoop.com\/products\/porta-coop-heritage-winter-kit\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Porta Coop Heritage Winter Kit\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6' × 8' Heritage Winter Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for customers who want to extend use of the coop through winter. The Winter Kit is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Porta Coop","offers":[{"title":"Coop Only","offer_id":54488008687926,"sku":null,"price":3082.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Coop + Roost","offer_id":54493377790262,"sku":null,"price":3113.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Layer Package","offer_id":54488008720694,"sku":null,"price":3731.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Broiler Package","offer_id":54488008753462,"sku":null,"price":3333.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/6456\/9398\/files\/porta-coop-6x8-heritage-mobile-chicken-coop.jpg?v=1788134720","url":"https:\/\/fourleafcoop.com\/products\/porta-coop-6-8-heritage-mobile-chicken-coop","provider":"Four Leaf Coop Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}