Because it is so heavy. and they want it to go quick. Correction.
The Roman racing chariots were extremely light and small, with bands of leather used for the flooring to reduce weight. Four horses made for a more exciting race, although there were also races with chariots pulled by two horses. The emperor Nero was said to have driven a chariot with ten horses.
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Yes it was. A hoplitodrome was a chariot race.
Six-horses chariot.
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The hoplitodrome was a chariot race.
The main equipment needed for chariot races was the chariot itself, which consisted of a lightweight, two-wheeled cart with a smooth axle and wooden framework. The chariots were often pulled by two or four horses depending on the race. The charioteers also wore specific gear, including a helmet, a tunic, and sometimes knee guards for protection.