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But are mature steers or bulls today not generally larger than mature steers or bulls back then, given improvements in technology? In other words, given the population of mature steers and bulls today, is it not more likely to see one of 1800-2100 lb. than it was back then?

Thank you for your replies. So, from what I hear you saying, then 1198 lb. is possible today. But is this average, or is 1198 lb. above average even today? Also, is it reasonable to believe that 1198 lb. was a very large animal back then, given that feeding and vet technology has improved...

Hello there, I am currently researching an interesting occurrence at the West of England Fat Stock and Poultry Exhibition at Plymouth, England, in 1906. The occurrence was a weight-judging competition, where participants had to guess the weight of an ox, after it had been slaughtered and...