How much is an ox?

Answer 1

That depends on the breed. Chianinas, which are commonly used as oxen, can weigh over 3000 lbs. Dexters, which may also be used for draft purpose, may weigh around 500 lbs or more. The average weight of an ox, though, is around 1500 lbs, more or less.

Answer 2

The measurement of an ox from head to tail varies based on breed. Some small miniatures or dexters may be a short as 48" from head to tail, and Large dairy or Charolais may measure 90" or more.

Answer 3

A typical single-size oxen yoke usually weighs around 15 pounds. A double yolk can be much larger, but it can depend on what the rancher wants the weight to be.

Answer 4

The ox is a member of the bovine family and are typically trained animals. The average weight of an ox is 1,500 pounds.

Answer 5

Milking Shorthorn Oxen and Chianina Oxen can grow to around 1.5 tons.

Answer 6

This all depends on the breed. An ox from the Chianina breed can weigh around 3800 lbs, whereas an ox from the Shorthorn breed may weigh only around 1500 lbs.

Answer 7

A full grown ox is usually bigger than the bull of the same breed.

Answer 8

$2,500 - $10,000, depending on the quality.

The related link below shows an example of the cost of a team of oxen.

Answer 9

1 cent per ton