The romanian half heavyweight horse | Facts & Information

In 1951 the Institute of Zootechnical Research initiated a special program for the creation of a semi-heavy horse, with skills for heavy transport and for special works in agriculture.

The basis of the formation of this breed is the systematic crossbreeding performed in the stud farms Rusetu (Buzau) and Bontida (Cluj) between Trapas, Furioso North Star, Lipitan, Ardenez and local ialomitene mares.

It was desired to obtain a large type (156cm waist, rectangular body format and body weight over 550 kg) and a small type of semi-heavyweight with a slightly smaller waist and weight.

The breed was homologated in 1985 and has proven to be useful for agricultural work and heavy transport, due to its remarkable strength, development in both step and trot allure.

Romanian Semi-Heavy Horse Appearance

The exterior is harmonious, the head well proportioned compared to the general body development, the straight profile, the wide forehead the lively and expressive look.

The neck is muscular, the back and Salas are wide and strong, the croup long and wide.

The chest is broad and muscular, the limbs muscular and with generally correct aplombs and strong joints.

The hoof is medium-sized, with a sturdy Horn. The common color is murga, but quite often the colors deresa and peach appear, reflecting the colors with above average frequency from Ardenez breeds.

Romanian Semi-Heavy Horse Behavior

The Romanian semi-heavyweight breed is quite early, at the age of 3 years the youth achieving 96-98% of adult Development. He has a quick temper and a good character.

The hauling ability is remarkable, being able to tow 3-4 times its own body weight. The average speed records, at the age of three, are over 8 km / h in heavy hauling (1300 kg load, individual hauling per 10 km distance) and over 21 km / h in light hauling (500 kg load, individual hauling per 15 km distance)

The traction record in the start event was achieved over the distance of 195 m with a weight of 19 165 kg, for 1 minute and 46 seconds.

The semigreu breed is bred in the Beclean area on Somes, Targu Mures, Cluj, Bontida, but also in the subcarpathian area, where it participates in improving the work skills, strength and endurance of local horses.