The typical Croatian Coldblood ranges from 150 centimetres (14.3 hands; 59 in) to 160 cm (15.3 h; 63 in) high.

They are considered mild and obedient, easy keepers, willing workers and adapt well to various conditions and climates.

Earlier, they were used for pulling waggons or for work in agriculture or forestry, but today they have lost their importance as draft animals and are being widely used for horse meat production.

At the beginning of the 20th century the breed was widespread toward east (Slavonia) and west (Gorski kotar and Istria regions).

In the last few decades, the Croatian Coldblood was the most numerous horse breed in Croatia in general.