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Horses may pull carriages, wagons, carts, or trams (kind of like street cars) as a source of transportation

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Why are draft horses used to pull carriages today?

Draft horses are still used today especially in the Amish towns/villages. They are also used in some cities to pull carriages, and some people have them as they're own "pets" to ride them, like any other horse, like me! But they are used alot, in NYC they are sometimes used to pull carriages.


Are ox and horses the only animals that pull pioneer wagon trains?

No, oxen and horses were the most common animals used to pull pioneer wagon trains. However, mules were also commonly used due to their strength, endurance, and ability to handle rough terrain. Other animals such as donkeys or dogs were occasionally used in certain circumstances.


How much can a team of 4 horses pull?

A team of 4 horses can typically pull a load of around 4,000 to 6,000 pounds, depending on factors such as the breed and size of the horses, the terrain, and the condition of the horses. This estimate can vary based on the specific circumstances and training of the horses.


What type of horses pull carriages?

Various types of horses can be trained to pull carriages, but popular breeds include Clydesdales, Percherons, Haflingers, and Friesians. These breeds are known for their strength, stamina, and calm temperaments, making them well-suited for carriage driving.


What year did the people ride on horses?

If you mean when did people first start using horses then that would be stone age times. Actully Indians thought they were big dogs when they saw the American Mustang. They didnt use horses in the stone age. The Indians had always used dogs to pull there equipment around when they saw the hosres thinking they were big dogs they cought them traind them became there friends and used them to pull more equipment. The Spanish have always used horses though, but not in the stone age.

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What were horses used for in ancient Greece?

In ancient Greece most horses were used to pull chariots and they were used for food if necessary


Have horses been used to pull boats?

Yes, horses have been used to pull barges up rivers and move boats through locks a long time ago.


What transport did Anglo Saxons USE?

They used their feet, rode horses, and used horses or oxen to pull wheeled carts.


What transport did the Anglo Saxons use?

They used their feet, rode horses, and used horses or oxen to pull wheeled carts.


What animal was used to pull chariots in rome?

horses... i guess


What pulled chariots in ancient rome?

The Romans used horses to pull their chariots. 2 or 4 horses was most common but 10 horses were once used.


What was horses used for?

Before cars horses were used to pull carriages and as transport and before the first world war horses were used in battle. Horses used to be used in carrying machinery, pack horses and carrying other stuff. Also ploughing, hunting etc.


What were the horses used for?

War, to herd cattle, pleasure, used to pull carriages, etc.


What are some jobs that horses do?

Many horses are not used for many things these days, other than the joy of riding. Horses used to be used all the time to pull wagons and carriage's they would also pull machines in the crops to help grow them. they were also important means of transportation.


What are some jobs horses do?

Many horses are not used for many things these days, other than the joy of riding. Horses used to be used all the time to pull wagons and carriage's they would also pull machines in the crops to help grow them. they were also important means of transportation.


Why are draft horses used to pull carriages today?

Draft horses are still used today especially in the Amish towns/villages. They are also used in some cities to pull carriages, and some people have them as they're own "pets" to ride them, like any other horse, like me! But they are used alot, in NYC they are sometimes used to pull carriages.


Were horses used in the 1770's?

I am guessing Yes for the people to ride or pull cart or covered wagon