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Conestoga wagon
Conestoga wagon Introduced to North America by German immigrants in the early 1700s, the Conestoga Wagon was used until the late 1800s to transport goods across rough terrain. It was built to haul major loads up to 12,000 pounds and was pulled by up to eight horses, or a dozen oxen, which would travel up to 24 kilometers per day. These teams were meant for hauling supplies like wood. -
barouche
the Barouche was introduced to England in the 1760s. It is a lightweight, four-wheeled, open carriage, where the passengers sit vis-à-vis (face to face). As a fancier carriage, there was a hood over the back which could be closed during inclement weather -
ornamental coach
Of course, the most gilded and ornamental coaches were nicer to view than they were to ride in. The Coronation Coach in Britain was built in 1762, weighs four tons and is covered in gold leaf. It’s so heavy that it requires eight horses and can still only be pulled at a walking pace. -
Hansom Cab
Hansom Cab one of the most popular forms of carriage was the Hansom – named after the designer Joseph Hansom, who patented this type of carriage in 1834 in England. The Hansom Cab was the predecessor to today’s taxis. It was a two-wheeled, two-seater that was light and agile, and only required one horse to pull it. There were over 7,500 of them in England. -
ally-Ho Carriage
ally-Ho Carriage Tours is Victoria’s original public transportation company, with services starting in the gold Rush era of the 1850s, making this iconic company the longest-running, historical attraction in the city. It is recognized for its commitment to the ethical treatment and care of the magnificent, world-renowned draft horses. Allow their professional, fun-loving guides to delight you with the surrounding history, local folklore, and exclusive insights into their horses and operation. -
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stagecoach
The stagecoach was a main form of public transport dating back to the 13th century and was still mainly used until the 1900s when the automobile started to become more popular. Stages could cover long distances, often carrying 20 or more passengers and were pulled by four to eight horses. -
buckboard wagon
buckboard wagon Designed in America in the early 19th century, the Buckboard was a basic wagon often used by farmers. It differed from a carriage in that the body of the vehicle had no suspension; instead, it included leaf springs under the driver’s seat to help provide some shock absorption. Leaf springs are to provide support for a vehicle. It also creates a smoother ride, absorbing any bumps or potholes in the road -
the declie
1915 when the carriage industry was decreasing because of vehicles there was 21 million horses and 4000 horse teams in the U.S. but I the 1950 there was 300 horse teams because of vehicles.