16 to 18 hands tall. So about 6 feet
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No, the Morgan horse and Clydesdale horse are not closely related. The Morgan horse is an American breed known for its versatility and endurance, while the Clydesdale is a heavy draft horse from Scotland, known for its strength and size. They have different histories, characteristics, and are bred for different purposes.
Samson, a Shire gelding, stood at 21.25 hh and weighed 3,360 lbs. He was later renamed Mammoth. If you're going by weight, then the Percheron Dr. LeGear is your man at 3,940 lbs and 21 hh. Another horse is Noddy, a 21 hh Clydesdale x Shire he is 4 1/2 years old and still growing
The largest horse in recorded history was probably a Shire horse named Mammoth, who was born in 1848. He stood 21.2½ hands high (86.5 in/220 cm), and his peak weight was estimated at 1,500 kilograms (3,300 lb).[24] The current record holder for the world's smallest horse is Thumbelina, a fully mature miniature horse affected by dwarfism. She is 17 inches (43 cm) tall and weighs 57 pounds (26 kg). From Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia
a draft horse, yes most likely a Clydesdale or Belgian Work horse, but on a strength per size ratio, the little Shetland pony can pull twice it's own weight. Compared to the larger draft breeds which on average can only pull about half their own weight
Budweiser is known for using Clydesdale horses in their marketing and commercials. These iconic horses have been associated with the brand for decades, symbolizing tradition and quality.