Heavy Draft Horse

A Heavy Draft Horse is a large, powerful breed of horse specially bred for heavy work like plowing fields, hauling freight, and other strenuous tasks. They are characterized by their significant size, muscular build, and calm temperament. Typically standing over 16 hands tall (about 5 feet 4 inches at the shoulder) and weighing between 1,400 and 2,000 pounds or more, they possess great strength and endurance. These horses have been integral to agriculture and industry before modern machinery, and today they are also appreciated for their impressive presence and gentle nature.