Four Sixes Ranch
Four Sixes Ranch is a privately held historic Texas ranch (founded 1860s) operating across 260,000 acres, providing elite Quarter Horse breeding and reproductive services, Angus cattle production, veterinary care, ranch tourism, and branded consumer products including premium beef and craft beer.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1860
- HeadquartersGuthrie, United States
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Four Sixes Ranch does
Four Sixes Ranch (legal entity: Burnett Ranches, LLC) is a privately held historic Texas ranch founded in the 1860s by Captain Samuel 'Burk' Burnett, operating across approximately 260,000 acres near Guthrie, Texas. The ranch's core business is elite American Quarter Horse breeding, with approximately 50 standing stallions, 1,000+ horses on the property, and 2,000+ mares bred annually through transported cooled semen, frozen semen, artificial insemination, embryo transfer, and ICSI services facilitated through a network of partner laboratories. Supporting the breeding operation is a state-of-the-art veterinary facility offering surgery, lameness evaluation, digital imaging, dentistry, and preventative care. International frozen semen distribution reaches eight countries via the ranch's Select Breeders Services affiliate status, while domestic cooled semen shipping is supported by the proprietary Sixes Direct courier service across the South I-35 corridor.
The ranch operates diversified revenue streams across equine, bovine, tourism, and consumer product verticals. Cattle operations run 6,000-7,000 Angus cows producing Four Sixes Ranch Brand Beef (USDA Prime and Choice, 21+ day aged). Consumer product extensions include 6666 Grit & Glory craft beer, 6666 Ranch Equine Supplements, and Four Sixes Ranch Seasonings & Sauces, distributed through the on-site Supply House, Shop 6666 e-commerce, and the annual Return to the Remuda Sale that aggregates horses from seven historic ranches. Tourism revenue is generated through guided ranch tours ($50 adults) and three-day horsemanship clinics ($1,500 per participant) led by General Manager Joe Leathers. Pricing across services is predominantly unit-based: chute fees of $650, frozen semen shipping at $355 (US/Canada), and ICSI services at $10,000-$12,000 facilitated through partner labs.
Four Sixes Ranch firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Four Sixes Ranch
- Legal name
- Burnett Ranches, LLC
- Website
- https://6666ranch.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1860
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Four Sixes Ranch is a privately held historic Texas ranch (founded 1860s) operating across 260,000 acres, providing elite Quarter Horse breeding and reproductive services, Angus cattle production, veterinary care, ranch tourism, and branded consumer products including premium beef and craft beer.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Four Sixes Ranch industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Equine Breeding & Ranch Operations
- NAICS
- Horses and Other Equine Production (11292), Horses and Other Equine Production (112920), Cattle Ranching and Farming (1121)
- SIC
- Agricultural Prod-Livestock & Animal Specialties (200)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Stallion Services & Semen Collection/Distribution (AFAEAGAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Horse Breeding & Stud Farms (AFAEAGAA), Mare Management & Foaling Operations (AFAEAGAC), Equine Veterinary Services (AFAEANAC)
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Where Four Sixes Ranch is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Guthrie
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices4 records
Markets served
Four Sixes Ranch business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain
Revenue model
- Horse Breeding Services: Comprehensive equine breeding services including stallion collection, semen processing, shipped semen, breeding contracts, ICSI services, embryo transfer, and mare management. Revenue from breeding fees, chute fees, and shipping fees.
- Horse Sales: Quarter horses sold at premier ranch and performance sales, primarily through the annual Return to the Remuda sale. Also provides sale fitting services to help customers prepare horses for auction.
- Cattle Operations: Production and sale of Angus cattle and beef products. The ranch runs 6,000-7,000 cows and produces Four Sixes Ranch Brand Beef (USDA Prime and Choice graded, aged 21+ days).
- Ranch Experiences: Revenue from ranch tours ($50 adults, $45 seniors/military, $35 students, $15 children) and horsemanship clinics ($1500 for 3-day clinic). RV hookups available for $50/night.
- Branded Products: Four Sixes Ranch Brand Beef, 6666 Grit & Glory craft beer, Four Sixes Ranch Equine Supplements, Seasonings & Sauces sold through Supply House and Shop 6666.
- Licensing/Collaboration: Partnership with Airstream and Stetson for special edition travel trailer collaboration, expanding brand presence beyond traditional ranching.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Ranch Tour Pricing - Adults |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Horsemanship Clinic - Full Participant |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Horsemanship Clinic - Audit |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | RV Hookups |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Frozen Semen Shipping (US & Canada) |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Breeding Chute Fee |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | ICSI Cost |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels9 records
Four Sixes Ranch product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Four Sixes Ranch operates a diversified Texas ranching business centered on American Quarter Horse breeding services with approximately 50 standing stallions, state-of-the-art equine veterinary and reproductive services (artificial insemination, embryo transfer, ICSI, semen cooling/freezing/shipping), premium Angus cattle and beef production across roughly 260,000 acres, branded consumer products (beef, craft beer, equine supplements, seasonings), and experiential offerings including guided ranch tours, horsemanship clinics, and the annual Return to the Remuda horse sale.
Product overview
Four Sixes Ranch (6666 Ranch) is a historic Texas cattle and horse operation offering a diversified portfolio of products and services centered on equine breeding, veterinary care, and ranch experiences. The core business is the Quarter Horse breeding program, featuring approximately 50 standing stallions and breeding about 2,000+ mares annually through transported cooled semen, frozen semen, and embryo transfer services. Supporting this is a state-of-the-art veterinary facility offering medical, surgical, imaging, and dental services. The ranch extends its brand through consumer products including premium beef, craft beer (6666 Grit & Glory), equine supplements, and seasonings. Educational programs include undergraduate internships and veterinary externships. Services include ranch tours, horsemanship clinics led by General Manager Joe Leathers, and the annual Return to the Remuda Sale featuring horses from seven historic ranches. The Supply House provides retail access to branded merchandise.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Four Sixes Ranch Brand Beef: Premium USDA Prime and Choice graded steak, aged minimum 21 days, featuring superior Angus genetics and traceability.
- 6666 Grit & Glory
- 6666 Ranch Equine Supplements
- Four Sixes Ranch Seasonings & Sauces
- Four Sixes Tours
- Return to the Remuda Sale
- Four Sixes Ranch Horsemanship Clinic
Products and services
- Quarter Horse Breeding Services Comprehensive American Quarter Horse breeding program featuring approximately 50 standing stallions with elite bloodlines (Dash For Cash, Playgun, Royal Fletch, WR This Cats Smart) and breeding approximately 1,800-2,000+ mares annually across ranch and performance horse disciplines. Includes stallion collection, chute fees, breeding contract drafting, account setup, and tracking software. For mare owners, breeders, performance horse trainers, and racing operations seeking elite Quarter Horse genetics.
- Transported Cooled Semen Semen shipping service distributing cooled semen from Four Sixes Guthrie and Granbury divisions throughout the United States and Canada via Federal Express, Network Global Logistics, or the Sixes Direct same-day courier service to Weatherford, Pilot Point, Oklahoma City and along the South I-35 Corridor. 2024 cost was $355 including handling fee, tank lease, and pre-paid tank delivery and return; Canada overnight shipments are $450. For mare owners outside the local Texas area.
- Semen Freezing and Storage On-site freezing and storage services offered as an affiliate of Select Breeders Services (SBS), maintaining the highest standards for frozen semen services. Frozen semen is available internationally in Australia, Argentina, Brazil, European Union, Mexico, New Zealand, Paraguay, and Uruguay through the SBS network. For international mare owners and breeders requiring long-term genetics storage.
- ICSI Services Facilitation ICSI (Intra-Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection) services facilitated through a seven-lab partner network including Equine Medical Services (Columbia, MO), In Foal Inc. (Millsap, TX), Peterson Smith Equine Hospital (Ocala, FL), Genetech (Purcell, OK), Colorado State University (Fort Collins, CO), EquiEmbryo (Fort Worth, TX), and Viagen Equine (Whitesboro, TX). ICSI cost ranges from $10,000 to $12,000 depending on service provider. For advanced breeding programs requiring oocyte aspiration and single-sperm injection.
- Embryo Transfer Embryo transfer services utilizing the ranch's own recipient herd, with fresh and vitrified embryo handling for implantation. For breeding programs seeking to maximize offspring from elite mares.
- Equine Veterinary Services Full-service equine veterinary care at the ranch's state-of-the-art medical facility including laboratory, surgery room, foaling boxes, recovery stalls, breeding area, digital x-ray, ultrasound, hematology and blood chemistry machine, semen analyzer, and computerized record keeping with breeding and hospital module. Covers medical, surgical, lameness evaluation, digital imaging, dentistry, and preventative care services. Available for ranch horses and outside clients with after-hours emergency support.
- Four Sixes Ranch Tours Two-hour guided ranch tours departing from the Supply House, covering the historic Big House (built early 1900s by Captain Samuel 'Burk' Burnett), L Barn, ranch buildings, Horse Division, and South Camp Road Lookout Point. Accommodates up to 6 participants per tour in a Ford Expedition. Pricing is $50 for adults, $45 for seniors (65+) and military, $35 for students (12-18), $15 for children (ages 5-12), and free for toddlers 4 and under. For Western heritage tourists and ranch visitors.
- Horsemanship Clinics Three-day intensive horsemanship clinics led by General Manager Joe Leathers, teaching riding skills and developing feel necessary for improved horsemanship and horse partnership. Multiple dates offered (March, April, May, June 2026). Full participant pricing $1,500 ($1,250 for Return To The Remuda Sale graduates); audit pricing $375 for 3-day or $250 for 2-day. Includes breakfast, lunch, and stall for one horse. Sponsorship by 6666 Ranch Nutriments. RV hookups available at $50/night. For riders of all skill levels seeking to improve their horsemanship.
- Return to the Remuda Sale Annual horse sale hosted at Four Sixes Ranch featuring approximately 180 head of horses from seven historic ranches: Beggs Cattle Company, 6666 Ranch, Pitchfork Land & Cattle, Tongue River Ranch, King Ranch, Wagonhound Land & Livestock, and Circle Bar Ranch. Offers ranch, performance, and breeding horses. Supports remote absentee bidding via Superior Livestock. Sponsored by Capital Farm Credit. For ranchers, performance horse owners, trainers, and breeders purchasing elite working and competition Quarter Horses.
- Four Sixes Ranch Brand Beef Premium USDA Prime and Choice graded steak aged for a minimum of 21 days, featuring superior Angus genetics and traceability from the ranch's 6,000-7,000 head cattle operation. Sold through the Supply House and Shop 6666 e-commerce. For consumers seeking high-quality, ranch-raised beef with verified provenance.
- 6666 Grit & Glory Craft Beer Craft brewery celebrating the timeless values of hard work, perseverance, and camaraderie that define the American West. Sold through the Supply House and Shop 6666 e-commerce. For consumers seeking Western-themed craft beer with brand heritage.
- 6666 Ranch Equine Supplements Ranch-tested and approved nutritional supplements formulated for horses used in arena, racetrack, or trail activities. Sold through the Supply House and Shop 6666 e-commerce. For horse owners seeking supplements developed using the ranch's veterinary expertise and tested on elite performance horses.
- Four Sixes Ranch Seasonings and Sauces Western-themed food seasonings and sauces featuring a unique twist on classic cowboy flavors. Sold through the Supply House and Shop 6666 e-commerce. For consumers seeking Western-themed food products.
- Four Sixes Supply House Retail Historic ranch retail store at 601 South 6666 Road, Guthrie, Texas, open to the public offering branded Four Sixes merchandise, dry goods, tack, and fuel. Serves as the starting point for ranch tours. For walk-in ranch visitors and local community customers.
Quantifiable outcome
- Improved stocking rate from 60-80 acres per cow-calf unit to 30-40 acres through brush removal and land reclamation
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Companies that use Four Sixes Ranch
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Four Sixes Ranch technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
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- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Four Sixes Ranch partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
15 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- AirstreamminorAirstream partnered with Stetson and Four Sixes Ranch to launch the Airstream Stetson + 6666 Special Edition Travel Trailer, inspired by Western heritage. The trailer is part of Airstream's new Collaboration Series featuring Western motifs and materials, aimed at adventurers and luxury travel enthusiasts.
- Four Sixes Ranch NutrimentsminorOfficial branded partner sponsor of Four Sixes Ranch Horsemanship Clinics. Nutriments creates nutrient combinations to help horses reach their full potential and excel in their respective fields.
- Capital Farm CreditminorCapital Farm Credit is a sponsor of the Return to the Remuda Sale. They offer lending solutions, guidance, and a Patronage Program that shares profits back with members, dedicated to helping ranchers build and strengthen operations for generations.
- Select Breeders Services (SBS)core6666 Ranch is an SBS affiliate lab offering on-site freezing and storage services for stallion semen to maintain highest standards for frozen semen services. Frozen semen available internationally through SBS network.
- Sixes DirectcoreSame-day courier service for cooled semen from Four Sixes Guthrie and Granbury divisions to Weatherford, Pilot Point, Oklahoma City and along South I-35 Corridor. Internal distribution service for time-sensitive reproductive materials.
- Superior LivestockminorRemote bidding service for Return to the Remuda Sale. Buyers can bid absentee through Bid.SuperiorLivestock.com or call 1-800-422-2117, enabling nationwide participation in the annual horse sale.
- ICSI Partner Laboratoriescore6666 Ranch facilitates ICSI services through multiple partner laboratories including Equine Medical Services (Columbia, MO), In Foal Inc. (Millsap, TX), Peterson Smith Equine Hospital (Ocala, FL), Genetech (Purcell, OK), Colorado State University (Fort Collins, CO), EquiEmbryo (Fort Worth, TX), and Viagen Equine (Whitesboro, TX).
- Kubota TractorsminorKubota Tractors partnership supporting ranch operations. Kubota supports the world's food supply and securing a prosperous future for people and food.
- Quail-Tech AllianceminorJoined in 2010 - Texas Tech University-based research project dedicated to education of biologists and landowners in management of bobwhite and scaled quail. Part of ranch's ecological conservation and wildlife habitat efforts.
- Beggs Cattle CompanycoreOne of seven historic ranches participating in the Return to the Remuda Sale, collaborating annually since the event's inception to offer premium ranch horses from legendary programs.
- Pitchfork Land & CattlecoreOne of seven historic ranches participating in the Return to the Remuda Sale, contributing horses from their renowned ranching program to the annual consignment sale.
- King RanchcoreOne of the most iconic ranches in Texas, participating in the Return to the Remuda Sale alongside Four Sixes Ranch and other legendary operations.
- Wagonhound Land & LivestockcoreOne of seven historic ranches in the Return to the Remuda Sale. Owner of WR This Cats Smart, one of the ranch's featured stallions with over $8 million in progeny earnings.
- Tongue River RanchcoreOne of seven historic ranches participating in the Return to the Remuda Sale, contributing quality ranch horses to the annual sale event.
- Circle Bar RanchcoreOne of seven historic ranches in the Return to the Remuda Sale, contributing horses from their ranching heritage to the collaborative annual sale.
Scale indicators10 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Four Sixes Ranch competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Waggoner Ranch: Historic ~510,000-acre North Texas ranch with commercial cattle and Quarter Horse operations; sold in 2016 for ~$725M, setting the comparable benchmark for valuation of large Texas ranchland estates similar in profile to Four Sixes.
- Beggs Cattle Company: Historic working cattle and Quarter Horse ranch that co-hosts the Return to the Remuda Sale alongside Four Sixes; comparable in scale, breed focus, and consignment-based horse sale participation.
- Circle Bar Ranch: Historic ranch with registered Quarter Horses and cattle; co-participant in Return to the Remuda Sale. Directly comparable in breed, heritage, and consignment-driven horse sale participation to Four Sixes.
- Bell Ranch: One of the largest remaining historic cattle ranches in the U.S. (~290,000 acres in New Mexico), with a registered Quarter Horse program; comparable in acreage, cattle scale, and QH breeding heritage to Four Sixes.
- Tongue River Ranch: Historic Texas ranch with a long-running Quarter Horse program and cattle operation; a co-participant in Return to the Remuda with breeding and sale offerings directly comparable to Four Sixes.
- Pitchfork Land & Cattle Company: Historic Texas ranch breeding registered Quarter Horses and Hereford/Angus cattle, and a co-founder participant in the Return to the Remuda Sale. Comparable in heritage, breed focus, and dual cattle/horse operating model to Four Sixes.
- King Ranch: Iconic historic Texas ranch operating ~825,000 acres with cattle, horses, and consumer brands (King Ranch Saddle Shop, citrus). Co-participant in Return to the Remuda Sale alongside Four Sixes, and the most direct operational and scale peer in the historic ranch category.
- Matador Ranch: Large historic Texas ranch with cattle and horse operations spanning multiple divisions; comparable scale and diversified ranching model to Four Sixes, with similar heritage and stewardship focus.
- Express Ranches: Oklahoma-based Angus and Quarter Horse operation with elite QH genetics, cattle production, and youth programs (Express Clydesdales). Comparable in combined cattle and elite QH breeding focus to Four Sixes.
- Wagonhound Land & Livestock: Wyoming-based ranch and QH breeding operation, owner of WR This Cats Smart (whose semen is collected/distributed by Four Sixes). Co-participant in Return to the Remuda with comparable stallion station and ranching profile.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
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Profiles6 records
Four Sixes Ranch subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries7 records
Four Sixes Ranch funding detail
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Frequently asked questions about Four Sixes Ranch
What does Four Sixes Ranch do?
Four Sixes Ranch operates a diversified Texas ranching business centered on American Quarter Horse breeding services with approximately 50 standing stallions, state-of-the-art equine veterinary and reproductive services (artificial insemination, embryo transfer, ICSI, semen cooling/freezing/shipping), premium Angus cattle and beef production across roughly 260,000 acres, branded consumer products (beef, craft beer, equine supplements, seasonings), and experiential offerings including guided ranch tours, horsemanship clinics, and the annual Return to the Remuda horse sale.
Is Four Sixes Ranch a public or private company?
Four Sixes Ranch is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Four Sixes Ranch founded?
Four Sixes Ranch was founded in 1860. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Four Sixes Ranch based?
Four Sixes Ranch is headquartered in Guthrie, United States, in the North America region.
How does Four Sixes Ranch make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. Horse Breeding Services are the primary driver. The others are horse Sales, cattle Operations, ranch Experiences, branded Products and licensing/Collaboration.
Who are Four Sixes Ranch's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Waggoner Ranch, Beggs Cattle Company, Circle Bar Ranch, Bell Ranch, Tongue River Ranch, Pitchfork Land & Cattle Company, King Ranch, Matador Ranch, Express Ranches and Wagonhound Land & Livestock.
Does Four Sixes Ranch have an API?
No public API is recorded for Four Sixes Ranch.
What industry is Four Sixes Ranch in?
Four Sixes Ranch's product category is Equine Breeding & Ranch Operations. Its primary akta.pro industry code is AFAEAGAB, Stallion Services & Semen Collection/Distribution, with a secondary code of AFAEAGAA, Horse Breeding & Stud Farms. Its NAICS code is 11292 and its SIC code is 200.