Red Dead Redemption 2 takes place during the final days of the Wild West. As such, stealing a car obviously isn't an option in this series. Horses serve as the primary mode of transportation, but not every steed is built alike. Different mounts excel in certain types of situations. Knowing a horse's strengths and weaknesses can be a handy piece of information.
Some breeds, like the Turkoman, are described as multi-class mounts. These horses don't just thrive in one particular skill. Their usefulness encompasses multiple areas of expertise and the Turkoman is arguably the best of the bunch. They certainly prove to be reliable companions when things take a turn for the worse.
6 Race/War Crossbreed
Turkomans are multi-class horses. They combine many of the characteristics found in both racing and war horses. Turkomans handle well but are described as impatient considering they possess a lot of energy. Their swiftness, combined with their inherent bravery, make them useful mounts in a fight.
The wilderness can be a dangerous place and some breeds spook easier than others. Turkomans won't bolt at the first sign of danger, but they can still be a bit finicky around intimidating predators. When engaged in a gunfight, the Turkoman's above-average health bar allows him to take more hits before going down for the count. Since it's also part-racehorse the Turkoman can remain agile in the midst of an intense battle.
5 The Turkoman's Stats
It's useful to know exactly how a particular horse's attributes break down. The Turkoman is definitely one of the better horses in the game and their superior stats reflect that fact. Although not perfect, they come close to achieving a sort of "jack-of-all-trades" status when compared to many of their counterparts. Here's the full breakdown:
- Health - 7
- Stamina - 5
- Speed - 6
- Acceleration - 5
It's worth noting that these numbers stay true regardless of the horse's coat color. However, if Arthur or John manages to increase their bonding level with the Turkoman to Stage 4, these stats will increase even further. Special gear can also influence a horse's stats. A fully upgraded Turkoman's stats can look like this:
- Health - 10
- Stamina - 8
- Speed - 9
- Acceleration - 7
4 Three Different Varieties Of Coat
Not all horses within the same breed look identical. There's a lot of variety when it comes to a horse's look, one of which is the color of its coat. This, of course, is usually just a matter of aesthetics. The coat color of a Turkoman doesn't affect its stats in any way. But, looking cool while riding your own unique horse is part of the fun after all.
The Turkoman comes in three main varieties. At the Blackwater stable, the Dark Bay variant can be found. The Gold Turkoman can be purchased at the St. Denis stable starting in Chapter 4. Finally, the sleek-looking Silver Turkoman can be bought at the Tumbleweed stable.
3 Extremely Rare
In Red Dead Redemption 2 wild horses roaming the landscape are a pretty common sight. These horses can always be broken and saddled if Arthur is ever in need of a new mount. However, since Turkomans are some of the most valuable horses in the game, finding them is a bit of a process.
For starters, don't expect to find a Turkoman wandering the wild. The only guaranteed method of finding a Turkoman is to purchase one at a stable. The earliest point a player may do this is during the St. Denis chapter, where the Gold-coated Turkoman is unlocked for purchase. The Silver and Dark Bay Turkomans cannot be purchased until the Epilogue.
2 They Charge A Pretty Penny
Wild horses can be obtained for free, but sometimes the superior breeds need to be purchased. The Turkoman is a case-in-point. Since they're quite rare, Turkomans possess a pretty hefty price tag at the local stable. Luckily, there's no shortage of ways to make money for an experienced outlaw like Arthur. A reliable horse is actually a great investment anyway. It sure beats blowing your ill-gotten gains at the blackjack tables!
Although the color of the coat doesn't affect the Turkoman's stats, it does sometimes influence the cost of purchase. For example, the base price of a Dark Bay Turkoman is $925.00 at the Blackwater stable. The Gold and Silver variants, however, go for $950.00 at their base prices. These prices can actually be a bit lower if Arthur maintains high Honor, as one of the benefits is discounted prices at all shops.
1 Three Unique Versions Exist
Red Dead Redemption 2 is full of unique and interesting characters. One detail that's often easy to overlook is the horse breeds belonging to Arthur's companions. It turns out that three special variants of the Turkoman actually exist in the main game.
Hosea Matthews rides a silver-coated Turkoman, appropriately named "Silver Dollar." By the Clemens Point chapter, Sadie Adler rides a gold-colored Turkoman named "Bob." Finally, during the mission "Horse Flesh for Dinner," one of the horses stolen from the Braithwaites is a Turkoman by the name of Cerberus.