Originally from France (race charolaise).
The name of the breed is derived from the region surrounding the town of Charolles, the Charolais.
Mainly used for meat production.
Crossed with other breeds.
Solid white to cream colour without pigmentation.
Muzzle, horn and claws are of a bright colouration.
Stocky build, with a broad, deep and long frame. It has a very strong musculature. This breed reaches maturity rather late and its meat is usually very lean with little fat.
Withers height, cows: 140 cm
Withers height, bulls: 150 cm
Weight, cows: 800–900 kg
Weight, bulls: 1200–1300 kg
Daily gain: 1350–1400 g
High yield
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