Percheron
Société Hippique Percheronne · PHAoA
173 cmAdult stallion
at the withers
at the withers
- Mass
- średnio około 862 kg; duże osobniki do około 1179 kgZakres rasy
Percheron — size comparison
The Percheron has a broad forehead, a muscular neck and a deep chest. A compact body and powerful hindquarters reflect its draught role. Legs usually have less
Silhouette comparison
Height
Ground withersReference values · details in the profiles
HeightScale in m
00,511,52
173 cm
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Percheron — size comparison — facts and sources
The Percheron has a broad forehead, a muscular neck and a deep chest. A compact body and powerful hindquarters reflect its draught role. Legs usually have less long hair than those of a Shire or Clydesdale, giving the heavy outline a more clearly defined contour.
It comes from the Perche region of France. Breeding valued considerable strength combined with energetic, free movement. The breed spread beyond France, with national populations developing differences in average height and weight.
Percherons are generally calm in contact and respond readily to familiar signals. At work they can maintain a lively, regular pace. Uses include driving, farming, forestry and displays. Lighter individuals also work under saddle, where freedom of movement and cooperation matter.