The Oxford originated in England from Hampshire x Cotswold crosses and was imported into the U.S. in 1846. The Oxford is medium to large-sized with a dark brown face and wool on the legs. It is used primarily as a terminal sire breed in the farm flock states. The breed is fairly prolific, possesses good mothering ability and produces desirable carcasses and medium-grade wool.

MATURE BODY WEIGHT
Ram 225-325 lb
Ewe 150-200 lb

AVERAGE FIBER DIAMETER
Micron 28-34
USDA Wool Grade 46’s-54’s

GREASE FLEECE WEIGHT
Ewe 7-10 lb

YIELD
50-60%

STAPLE LENGTH
3-5"