The Red Hawk
The Bird-in-Hand Red Hawk was developed for versatility; it truly is one carriage that fits all. It can be used in all three events of combined driving. Basically a marathon vehicle, the Red Hawk can also be used for training, pleasure driving, sporting events, and can be dressed up for show. The goal is to make the Red Hawk affordable to as many carriage enthusiasts as possible.
Available in sizes to fit 13 to 16 hh
Approx. 350 lbs.
Pony Size fits 11 to 14 hh
Approx. 340 lbs.
Mini Size fits 36″ to 12 hh
Approx. 260 lbs
Included in Base Price:
- 2-wheeled disc brakes
- Shaft cover
- Regular groom step
- Painted hubcaps
- Double seat
- Independent metal shafts w/ singletree
- Plain vinyl or imitation cord upholstery
- Metal wheels with regular hubs
- Regular whip socket
- Rear seats with seat backs
- Tree cutters
Red Hawk with spindle seat
Rear Step
Red Hawk with spindle seat & tufted upholstery.
Pony Size Red Hawk with pneumatic wheels
Tufted rear seat
Claudia Wilson of Silverwood Farm in Arvada, CO drives LPV Valentine to her Bird-in-Hand Pony Size Red Hawk. After competing in the Silver Whip Acres Fun Drive Competition in Fort Collins, CO on June 19, they finished 1st in the pony division and 2nd overall. (Driver is Claudia Wilson - Navigator is Jessica Axen - Photograph by Ruth Johnson - Purchased from Jack Bloss of Rocky Mountain Carriage & Harness Sales, Longmont, Colorado)
The Bird-in-Hand Red Hawk is used to train this five-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding, Bombay Sinclair, on Nubbin Ridge Farm in Vass, North Carolina. Benefits of the Red Hawk are that it is well balanced and light enough for a single horse, but rugged enough for everyday use. It has a pole and can also be used when pairing Bombay Sinclair with his full brother Bono. (Photo by Ilene Keatley - Driver is Michael Keatley)
Allan Shiells in a BIH Red Hawk
Runningbrook Farm client, Sara St Peter, tries out her custom Bird-in-Hand Wheelchair Accessible Red Hawk designed to allow easy transfer from a wheelchair.
Al Senzamici (Peyton, Colorado) & his Bird-in-Hand Red Hawk are the talk of the neighborhood as they drive around!
Steve Siegel drives his Bird-in-Hand Draft Horse Red Hawk.
Jim Johnson in a BIH Red Hawk (Photo by Branam's Photography)
After a personal visit in 2010 to Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania, Jim and Barbara Johnson are enjoying their Bird-in-Hand Red Hawk customized with an adjustable driver's seat and designed to convert to a 2-horse hitch. The Johnsons enjoyed gorgeous October weather in 2011 at the weeklong National Drive at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington. Their horses, Estee Lauder and Maggie May, were two of only three Tennessee Walkers among the nearly 300 driving horses at the event. Jim and Estee Lauder found the water obstacle to be a great way to beat the heat! (Driver is Jim Johnson - Passenger is Barbara Johnson - Photograph by Branam's Photography)
Steve Siegel braves the frigid weather to drive his Draft Horse Size Red Hawk in the freshly fallen snow of Cheyanne, Wyoming.
Duke and Pete are a wellmatched Belgian team as they take part in the Skunk River Horse Driving Trials in Iowa. Owners Steve and Val Siegel enjoy riding on their sturdy Bird-in-Hand Draft Red Hawk, which was specially made for their drafts. Steve testifies that the Red Hawk is perfect for everyday use as well as rigorous, heavy-duty action. (Photo by Carousel Photography - Purchased from Fully Equipped Outdoors in Dalton, GA & Serviced by Jack Bloss Carriage Sales in Longmount, CO)
Runningbrook Farm client, Sara St Peter, tries out her custom Bird-in-Hand Wheelchair Accessible Red Hawk designed to allow easy transfer from a wheelchair.
Although Allan has only been competing for three years, he already knows that his versatile carriage is one of his best buys ever. "My Red Hawk is solid and reliable as well as comfortable and sharp-looking." (Driver is Allan Shiells - Navigator is Ted Mollett - Photograph by PICS OF YOU - Purchased from Carriage Machine)
Claudia Wilson (Arvada, Colorado) drives her Pony Size Bird-in-Hand Red Hawk for the first time!
Belgians Duke, Dixie, Pete, and Beaux look majestic hitched to Driver Steve Siegel's Bird-in-Hand Draft Red Hawk at the Horse Driving Trials at the Tomora Training Center in Greeley, Colorado. The Stallion is custom built for his drafts and serves as his heavy-duty, everyday rig. It proved tough enough to withstand hitting an arena wall and was drivable the next day. (Photo by Carousel Photography - Purchased from Fully Equipped Outdoors in Dalton, GA - Serviced by Jack Bloss Carriage Sales in Longmount, CO)
Allan Shiells competes in the 2013 Glen Willow Combined Driving Event in Avondale, PA. He is driving his Paint Cross Horse named Keno to his Bird-in-Hand Red Hawk, which is an excellent carriage for the marathon and dressage. Although Allan has only been competing for three years, he already knows that his versatile carriage is one of his best buys ever. "My Red Hawk is solid and reliable as well as comfortable and sharp-looking." (Driver is Allan Shiells - Navigator is Ted Mollett - Photograph by PICS OF YOU - Purchased from Carriage Machine)
After a personal visit in 2010 to Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania, Jim and Barbara Johnson are enjoying their Bird-in-Hand Red Hawk customized with an adjustable driver's seat and designed to convert to a 2-horse hitch. The Johnsons enjoyed gorgeous October weather in 2011 at the weeklong National Drive at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington. Their horses, Estee Lauder and Maggie May, were two of only three Tennessee Walkers among the nearly 300 driving horses at the event. Jim and Estee Lauder found the water obstacle to be a great way to beat the heat! (Driver is Jim Johnson - Passenger is Barbara Johnson - Photograph by Branam's Photography)
Pneumatic wheels have proven a great choice as ponies Good & Plenty pull Claudia Neehham and her daughter, Denise Hagemeier, in the Bird-in-Hand Red Hawk through sandy areas in North Carolina. The extra side basket provides additional leg room during marathon drives and gives Claudia's schnauzer , Lucy, a cozy place to sit! (Photo by Bruce Hagemeier)
At Salisbury Equestrian Park in Parker, Colorado, Katie Bright drives the Bird-in-Hand Red Hawk teamed with a Morgan mare named Tiffany. (Photo by Ross Spalding - Purchased from Jack Bloss Carriage Sales in Longmount, CO)
On a beautifully clear Colorado day, Whip Sheryl Waiks tries out new harnesses on her Norwegian Fjords using her Bird-in-Hand Red Hawk. (Purchased from Jack Bloss Carriage Sales in Longmount, CO)