The Ban-ei race horse originated in Japan. Its main use is for
racing. It is a heavy, draft type bred for Ban-ei Keiba race in which the
horse pulls a heavy sledge. It originated from the Percheron
and Breton. It stands 14.3 to 16.1 h.h.
Population Status: Common
Reference:
I.L. Mason, A World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties.
CAB International 1996.