The Bachaur are compact with straight
backs, well-rounded barrels, short necks and muscular shoulders.
The forehead is broad and flat or slightly convex.
The eyes are large and prominent. The
horns are medium-sized and stumpy. Ears are medium-sized and
drooping. The hump is compact, firm and medium-sized. The sheath
and navel flap are light and close to the body.
The dewlap is medium-sized and not so
heavy. The feet are fine, well-shaped and strong. The height
of a bull behind the hump is 58-62 inches and the heartgirth
measurements range from 68-72 inches. The tail is short and
thick and usually does not go far beyond the hocks.
The most common color is gray or graying
white.
The breed is well-known in the area for its medium draft abilities.
In the days of the East India Company during the early part
of the nineteenth century, large numbers of bullocks of the
breed were always in demand for transport purposes.
Bullocks of this breed are medium-paced
and a pair can carry loads in a cart up to 2/3 of a ton. The
cows are not good milk producers.
