Head-body 1.9-2.5 m; tail 65-70 cm; overall height 1.7 m; weight 600-
800 kg.
In all proportions, it is similar to domestic cattle, but larger. Adult bulls
dark chestnut, some southern individuals almost black; young bulls and
cows reddish brown. All have white band around muzzle, white patch
over eyelids, white stockings and white rump patch or buttock. Bulls have
dorsal ridge and dewlap, and also horny bald skin patch between horn
bases, Both sexes have horns, though much larger in bulls.