New Forest Pony — size comparison

The New Forest Pony has a strong body, a well-laid shoulder and sound, sturdy limbs. Its build is usually lighter and more suited to riding than that of heavy m

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Height

Ground withersReference values · details in the profiles

New Forest Pony

NFPBCS

ok. 142 cmAdult stallion
at the withers
Mass
approx. 300–450 kgZakres rasy
Shared ground line. The scale follows the measurement stated for each animal. Person: 170 cm
HeightScale in m
00,511,5
New Forest PonyHeight at withersapprox. 142 cm

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

142–142 cm range across the animals shown

Person: 170 cm
New Forest Pony — size comparison — facts and sources

The New Forest Pony has a strong body, a well-laid shoulder and sound, sturdy limbs. Its build is usually lighter and more suited to riding than that of heavy mountain ponies. Hard hooves and free movement are important breed features.

It originates in southern England. Part of the population still grazes freely in the New Forest, maintaining its traditional association with the landscape. The horses have owners, and open grazing is a way of keeping them. The studbook sets a maximum height of 148 cm.

It is usually intelligent, attentive and willing to undertake varied tasks. It moves confidently over terrain, while good movement and jumping ability favour sporting use. New Forest Ponies occur in leisure riding, jumping, dressage and trekking, particularly as versatile mounts for younger riders.

Measurement sources