Irish Draught — size comparison

The Irish Draught is a strong, active breed with a deep chest, powerful back and springy movement. Despite its substantial build, it is agile and also works wel

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Height

Ground withersReference values · details in the profiles

Irish Draught

Irish Draught Horse Society

168 cmAdult stallion
at the withers
Mass
550–750 kgZakres rasy
Shared ground line. The scale follows the measurement stated for each animal. Person: 170 cm
HeightScale in m
00,511,52
Irish DraughtHeight at withers168 cm

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

168–168 cm range across the animals shown

Person: 170 cm
Irish Draught — size comparison — facts and sources

The Irish Draught is a strong, active breed with a deep chest, powerful back and springy movement. Despite its substantial build, it is agile and also works well under saddle.

It was used in Irish farming and transport; today it is also valued for leisure riding and breeding sport horses.

Measurement sources