🐎 Horse Blanket Size Calculator
Measure your horse correctly and find the perfect blanket size — includes fit guide, size charts, and breed-specific recommendations
| Body Length | Blanket Size | Approx. Height | Typical Breed | CM Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48–50 in | 52–54" | < 12.0 hh | Miniature Horse | 122–137 cm |
| 52–54 in | 56–58" | 12.0–13.2 hh | Small Pony | 142–147 cm |
| 56–58 in | 60–62" | 13.3–14.2 hh | Medium Pony | 152–157 cm |
| 60–62 in | 64–66" | 14.3–15.0 hh | Large Pony / Cob | 163–168 cm |
| 64–66 in | 68–70" | 15.1–15.2 hh | Quarter Horse / Morgan | 173–178 cm |
| 68–70 in | 72–74" | 15.3–16.0 hh | Warmblood / TB | 183–188 cm |
| 72–74 in | 76–78" | 16.1–16.2 hh | Large Warmblood | 193–198 cm |
| 76–78 in | 80–82" | 16.3–17.0 hh | Draft / Sport Horse | 203–208 cm |
| 80–84 in | 84–88" | 17.1–17.3 hh | Heavy Draft | 213–224 cm |
| Blanket Type | Fill Weight | Temperature Range | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fly Sheet / Summer Sheet | 0g (no fill) | 60–80°F (15–27°C) | Insect protection, sun block |
| Light Stable / Turnout | 100–150g | 45–60°F (7–15°C) | Cool nights, light rain |
| Medium Weight | 200–250g | 30–45°F (-1 to 7°C) | General winter use |
| Heavy Weight | 300–400g | Below 30°F (-1°C) | Coldest winter nights |
| Cooler / Fleece | Fleece layer | Any | Post-exercise warm-down |
| Rain Sheet | 0–50g | 40–60°F (4–15°C) | Wet weather, waterproof |
| Combo Neck Rug | 200–350g | Below 30°F (-1°C) | Extra neck coverage |
| Exercise Sheet | Fleece/Polar | Any | Riding in cold / wet |
| Size (inches) | Size (cm) | Equivalent (feet) | Size Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52" | 132 cm | 4'4" | Mini Small |
| 56" | 142 cm | 4'8" | Mini Large / Small Pony |
| 60" | 152 cm | 5'0" | Pony Small |
| 64" | 163 cm | 5'4" | Pony Large |
| 68" | 173 cm | 5'8" | Horse Small |
| 72" | 183 cm | 6'0" | Horse Medium |
| 76" | 193 cm | 6'4" | Horse Large |
| 80" | 203 cm | 6'8" | Horse XL / Draft |
| 84" | 213 cm | 7'0" | Draft Medium |
| 88" | 224 cm | 7'4" | Draft Large |
| Breed | Avg Body Length | Typical Blanket Size | Build Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shetland Pony | 48–54 in | 52–58" | Short, stocky body |
| Welsh Pony / Cob | 58–64 in | 62–68" | Round barrel, may need wide fit |
| Quarter Horse | 64–70 in | 68–76" | Muscular, wide through shoulder |
| Thoroughbred | 66–72 in | 72–78" | Narrow, high withers — check wither fit |
| Warmblood (KWPN, Hanoverian) | 70–76 in | 74–82" | Long back, tall — may need custom |
| Arabian | 60–68 in | 64–72" | Narrow, short back — buy narrow fit |
| Appaloosa / Paint | 64–72 in | 68–76" | Similar to QH build |
| Friesian | 70–76 in | 76–82" | Heavy, wide — look for draft fit |
| Clydesdale / Shire | 76–86 in | 82–90" | Always needs draft-specific blanket |
| Miniature Horse | 36–48 in | 36–52" | Mini-specific blankets only |
Choosing the right size for a Horse Blanket is really important. If the Horse Blanket is too big or too small, it can cause problems. When it is too big, the horse risks tripping and sliding under it.
When it is too small it can rub the skin and limit the movement. So always measure instead of guess.
How to Choose the Right Size Horse Blanket
To find the size of a Horse Blanket for a horse, use a flexible tape. Start at the center of the chest, pull it along the body until the back end. That length in inches is the Horse Blanket size.
A helper is useful, because the tape must stay flat and tight. For small horses, the method stays same. From the chest center to the back end.
Most Horse Blankets come in steps of three inches, for example 72, 75 or 78 inches. When the horse’s measure falls bewteen two sizes, it is better to choose the bigger one. For example, for 73 inches a 74-inch Horse Blanket would work.
If it reaches 77 and a half, choose 78 inches. Those two extra inches are usually helpful, because the Horse Blanket then covers a bit more down and gives more protection against bad weather.
The height of a horse does not affect the Horse Blanket size much. It depends more on the body shape of the animal. A horse with a long back, strong build or extra wait requires a different size than a tall but slim horse.
A 13.2-hand pony could use a 69 or 70-inch Horse Blanket. A 14.3-hand stocky horse would work with 72 inches. On the other hand, a 16.1-hand Percheron weighing 1,600 pounds could need 88 inches.
Most horses fall between 74 and 80 inches, but always measure to be sure.
Some Horse Blankets are a bit smaller than listed. If a Horse Blanket matches exactly with the size, adding two inches always works well for most horses. For really big horses, four extra inches can be helpful.
Some brands offer special cuts. Horses with deep shoulders and wide bodies usually need an XL-cut, which is 20 percent deeper in the neck and sides. Horses with low heels benefit from Horse Blankets with a closed front and deep V-shape at the base.
Horse Blanket sizes can also appear in centimeters for European makers or in feet and inches for Australian ones. Converting is easy… 72 inches match six feet zero inches or 183 centimeters.
When the Horse Blanket arrives, right away try it on the horse. The front closure must line up with the shoulder point. The fit really matters to avoid rubbing andsliding.
Every horse is unique, so general sizes serve only as a guideline.
