Meet the Titans: A Guide to the World's Largest Horse Breed

11th March, 2024

ANUPA MUKHERJEE

Origin: Can reach over 2,400 pounds Height: An average of 17 hands  (5.6 ft) at the shoulder, with some topping 19 hands! Weight: Can reach over 2,400 pounds

Shire Horse

Belgian Draft Horse

Origin: Ranges from 1,800 to 2,200 pounds Height: Ranges from 1,800 to 2,200 pounds 5.6 ft) Weight: Ranges from 1,800 to 2,200 pound

Clydesdale

Origin: Scotland Height: Typically 16 to 18 hands (5.3 - 6 ft) Weight: Averages 1,800 to 2,000 pounds

Percheron

Origin: France Height: Averages 16.2 to 17 hands (5.4 to 5.6 ft) Weight: Typically 1,800 to 2,000 pounds, but can reach over 2,600 pounds.

Dutch Draft Horse

Origin: Netherland Height: Averages 15 to 16 hands (5 to 5.3 ft) Weight: Around 1,650 to 1,800 pounds

Suffolk Punch

Origin: England Height: About 16.1 hands (5.3 ft), but their compact frame makes them appear larger. Weight: 1,800 to 2,000 pounds

American Cream Draft

Origin: United States (Iowa) Height: Between 1,600 to 2,000 pounds5 to 5.4 ft) Weight: Between 1,600 to 2,000 pound