Hackney Horse
Hackney Horse Society
ok. 158 cmAdult stallion
at the withers
at the withers
- Mass
- approx. 450–550 kgZakres rasy
Hackney Horse — size comparison
The Hackney Horse has a high-carried head, a strong, arched neck and well-sprung ribs. Sloping shoulders and muscular hindquarters support energetic movement. I
Silhouette comparison
Height
Ground withersReference values · details in the profiles
HeightScale in m
00,511,52
approx. 158 cm
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Hackney Horse — size comparison — facts and sources
The Hackney Horse has a high-carried head, a strong, arched neck and well-sprung ribs. Sloping shoulders and muscular hindquarters support energetic movement. Its most recognisable feature is a high, regular trot with pronounced limb flexion.
The breed was developed in Britain as an elegant harness horse combining endurance with active movement. The Hackney Horse Society separates horses and ponies by height: animals above 14 hands, approximately 142 cm, belong to the horse section.
The Hackney is usually alert, lively and quick to respond to its handler's signals. In harness, rhythm, straight limb action and the ability to sustain an energetic pace are valued. Its distinctive movement has closely associated the breed with shows and driving competitions.