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Also known in Russian as Шайр
| Origin | England |
|---|---|
| Height at withers | 163–185 cm |
| Colour | black |
| Temperament | a calm, gentle giant |
| Uses | driving, farm work, shows |
One of the largest breeds: some Shires hold height records.
The Shire Sampson (1846) is probably the tallest and heaviest horse on record: over 219.7 cm and about 1,524 kg.