Breton — size comparison

The Breton is a French draught breed developed in Brittany. It has a short, muscular body, broad chest, powerful neck, low centre of gravity and strong limbs. T

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Ground withersReference values · details in the profiles

Breton

Syndicat des Éleveurs du Cheval Breton · Stud-book Breton

160 cmAdult stallion
at the withers
Mass
700–900 kgZakres rasy
Shared ground line. The scale follows the measurement stated for each animal. Person: 170 cm
HeightScale in m
00,511,52
BretonHeight at withers160 cm

The scale compares the named dimensions. View direction and measurement points are given for each animal.

160–160 cm range across the animals shown

Person: 170 cm
Breton — size comparison — facts and sources

The Breton is a French draught breed developed in Brittany. It has a short, muscular body, broad chest, powerful neck, low centre of gravity and strong limbs. The modern type is compact and active, clearly smaller than the tallest heavy breeds.

It works in harness, farming, forestry and leisure activities.

Measurement sources