147 Cows & 147 Calves
Lot 662 · LONGREACH, Western Queensland
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chat Assessor Comments
Tim Salter (Level 1 Accredited)
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DAVID M OWENS - "Somerset", LONGREACH, QLD
PIC Number(s)
QBLR0159
Accreditation(s)
LPA
Time of Last Access to Feed
10:00am 11/03/2026
Time Assessed
2:00pm 11/03/2026
Hours off Feed
4 hours


Average Weight
At Assessment
11/03/2026
Live
463.0 kgs
Dressed
208.3 kgs (Est. Av. Drs. 45%)
Weight Range
338 kgs to 604 kgs Liveweight
At Est Kill/Del Date
23/03/2026 (10 days)
Live
439.8 kgs based on -5% Del. Adj.
Dressed
208.3 kgs
Live weight gain 0 kgs/day
Weight Range
321 kgs to 574 kgs Liveweight at delivery
Assessment: Individual on 11/03/2026 Sampled: 147 Head (100%)
Weight Class Weight Range Fat Scores
1 2 3 L 3 H Totals
Dressed Live 0-2 3-6 7-9 10-12
16 150.1 - 160.0 334 - 356 0% 1% 1% 0% 2%
18 160.1 - 180.0 356 - 400 0% 5% 1% 1% 7%
20 180.1 - 200.0 400 - 444 1% 16% 3% 1% 21%
22 200.1 - 220.0 445 - 489 0% 18% 16% 7% 41%
24 220.1 - 240.0 489 - 533 0% 7% 8% 8% 23%
26 240.1 - 260.0 534 - 578 0% 2% 0% 2% 4%
28 260.1 - 280.0 578 - 622 0% 1% 0% 1% 2%
Totals 1% 50% 29% 20% 100%
Comment on Fat Score 1 Cattle
Very strong forward fresh to fat condition relative to calf age and size
Breeds
Sire Dam
49 Head Santa Gertrudis D/M Santa x
46 Head Droughtmaster Droughtmaster Cross
24 Head Santa Gertrudis Santa Cross
17 Head Santa Gertrudis D/M Brah cross
4 Head Droughtmaster Brahman Cross
3 Head Angus Angus Cross
2 Head Hereford Angus Cross
2 Head Charolais Charolais Cross
Ext. Breed
Heifers were purchased by the vendor, buyers please take a close look at photos for own breed satisfaction.
Horn Status
74 Polled 3 Horned 66 Dehorned 4 Scurred
Age
2.5 - 3.5 Years
Age Breakup: The majority are branded #3's, 2 x #2 & 2 x #4's
Calves at Foot
147 calves sired by Angus, Red Angus
Sex Composition: Maj of calves are Dec/Jan with a small number Feb
CAF Age
Age in Weeks low 4 high 14
CAF Weight
39 calves handled. Calves were bulk weighed low 45 kgs Ave. 90 kgs High 152 kgs
Quality Grades
Very Good 15%
Good 65%
Fair 15%
Plain 5%
Store Condition
Fwd Prime 15%
Fwd Store 65%
Store 20%
Temperament
Yards
Quiet: 130 head
Slightly Stirry: 15 head
Stirry: 2 head
Crush
Quiet: 124 head
Slightly Stirry: 18 head
Stirry: 5 head
Paddock
Temperament not assessed in Paddock
The cows handled very well through the yards with little to no fuss, normal flight zone and calf reaction. The odd cow will move freely when they see a gap and block up accordingly when handled confidently. The odd cow marginally stirred up at times yet settle well when in the mob. The cows behaved perfectly when back with their calves outside the yards and when driving among the mob for photos they were happy to graze out and mother up quietly and without any trot or anxiety.
Handled With
Bikes , Vehicles
Notable Traits
Traits
2 Head 2 calves with potential genetic fault - looks partly like dwarfism
1 Head Calf with an enlarged navel
6 Head Fly rub / irritation
1 Head Marginally enlarged front teats
1 Head Old pink eye scaring / light blue eye
Assessor Comments
147 x 147 D/M cross, D/M Santa x, Santa cross and crossbred young cows with their 2nd calf at foot running back with Angus & Red Angus bulls from the 03/03 until delivery. Young cows that are in very forward fresh to fat condition milking well with good quality recently branded calves at foot. The male calves are still recovering from the knife with minor residual swelling in some. A good line of predominantly soft red cows with the odd crossbred and colored cow putting their energy into their calves that are growing like mushrooms. Overall good temperament when handled sensibly as mentioned - very calm in the paddock when driving through them for photos they are well mannered and muster well. Cows av: 462 & calves 90kg. An extended delivery offer may be available if required due to the weather by prior negotiation. Take note 2 calves with a potential genetic defect - maybe a form of dwarfism - Please take this into consideration when calculating your purchase price.
Assessor
Tim Salter (Level 1 Accredited)
Burr/Seed in Coat
No Burr or Seed of weeds declared noxious observed in the coats at assessment
HGP Status
The owner declares that the cattle have not been treated with HGP at any period of their lives
Vendor Bred
No
Vendor has owned stock for More than 12 months
Stock History
The majority were purchased from Pine Hill Station Alice Springs as yearling heifers with approx 10 from the Roma Saleyards.
Lifetime Traceable
Unknown
Breeding Comments
Predominantly a Droughtmaster / Santa cross herd with the odd other cross throughout.
Grazing Conditions
Outstanding fresh Mitchell, Buffel & native pastures.
Returned same
Vendor Comments
Only 3 calves required dehorning at branding.
Joining Details
Station Mated bulls put in: 03/03/2026 bulls taken out: 23/03/2026 (21 days)
Bull Breed(s):
Angus, Red Angus
To the vendors best knowledge, this lot has had no access to bulls or stags aside from stated joining period.
Preg Tested?
No, this lot was not pregnancy tested.
Other Joining Details
As 1st calf heifers they were preg tested in a tight Dec/Jan/Feb window & again joined for this calving in the same tight Dec/Jan & the odd Feb calf
Delivery Period
23/03/2026 to 02/04/2026 (11 days)
Delivery Point
"SOMERSET" 72km North West of Isisford, 75 km South of Longreach.
LONGREACH QLD 4730
Lat: -23.4403125 / Lng: 144.2506199
Ticks
Cattle are not in a tick infested area.
NLIS Transfer
Vendor/Agent willing to Scan and Transfer cattle AT BUYER REQUEST at cost of $5.00/head
Agent Contact
Tim Salter
Mobile 0429 649 693
Trucking Access
Road Train
Wet Weather Accessible
No
Loading Facilities
Side Loading
Loading Ramp
Single Deck
Delivery Comments
Please advise your preferred loading pattern - calves separate or boxed.
Trading Terms
Intending buyers be advised Elders terms are strictly CBD unless debt can be accepted by a nominated agency or an approved Elders account is in place.
Movement Restrict.
None provided. [Please note: It is the responsibility of the Purchaser to satisfy all state compliances in regard to the movement of this lot.]
Special Conditions
An extended delivery may be available to those with access issues but must be arranged prior to the sale.
Sale Types
$/Head
NLIS Note
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EASTERN STATES CATTLE SALE
No. 127066 · Fri, 20 March 2026, 10:00 AM (SYD, NSW) AEDT
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