With spring just around the corner and breeders preparing for the upcoming calving season, now is the time to reflect, re-evaluate, and reinvest. Our 2024 semen sales tell a powerful story—one of proven performance, breeder confidence, and global impact. These are the sires that delivered big results this year.

Top Domestic Sires by Units Sold

1. Mr. V8 979/8 “Checkmate” (Female Sexed)

Mr. V8 979/8 “Checkmate” is a progeny game-changer. Bred from the elite Marri Holly cow family and sired by the iconic +Mr. V8 146/8 “Sloan,” he’s power-packed and performance-driven.

With a strong topline, balanced build, and eye-catching presence, Checkmate earned back-to-back Reserve Division Champion titles at the National Show. His status as an unrestricted sire makes him an excellent choice for breeders looking to bring structure, muscle, and proven performance into their programs.

2. Mr. V8 162/9 “Eclipse” (Female Sexed)

Mr. V8 162/9 (P) “Eclipse” is a first—a black polled V8 bull with elite maternal power. He comes from the legendary +Miss V8 165/4 cow family, known for superior fertility and performance, and his dam, +Miss V8 829/6, is one of the ranch’s most elite females with over $1.3 million in progeny sales and more than 100 ABBA-registered calves.

He shares maternal lines with some of V8’s most celebrated females, including Miss V8 472/9 “Magic,” the 2022 Reserve National Champion Female who sold for $150,000 for half interest, and Miss V8 443/9, the 2023 All American Reserve Grand Champion Female who brought $89,750 at the Made for Magic IV sale. Polled, pigmented, and stacked with maternal muscle—Eclipse is next-level V8.

3. Mr. V8 61/9 (Female Sexed)

Mr. V8 61/9 is bred for balance and backed by power. A V8 Superblend™ uniting the legendary and rare +Miss V8 571/3 cow family with the +Miss V8 165/4 cow family through his sire, +Mr. V8 933/7 “Yeti,” the ABBA Sire Summary’s top-ranked bull for Weaning Weight. His EPDs reflect this elite lineage, with top 5% rankings for weaning weight and milk, and top 10% for yearling weight, while maintaining a balanced 2.1 Birth Weight EPD. 

With a smooth muscle pattern, strong maternal background, and a clean underline, Mr. V8 61/9 offers both genetic depth and visual appeal. Backed by the influence of +Miss V8 682/6 and International Champion +Miss V8 143/6, he continues to draw attention from breeders seeking performance, structure, and maternal excellence in one complete package.

4. Mr. V8 23/9 “Red Roulette”

Making waves in Red Brahman herds, Mr. V8 23/9 “Red Roulette” is redefining red. As a V8 Superblend™, he descends from the breed’s only three-time International Champion Bull and the elite donor +Miss V8 829/6—dam of the renowned Miss V8 472/9 “Magic.” His full sister, Miss V8 443/9, secured the 2023 All American Reserve Grand Champion title, further highlighting the strength of his pedigree.

Red Roulette’s standout phenotype includes a powerful bone structure, refined sheath, and distinctive V8 style, with heavily muscled hindquarters that underscore his breeding potential. His ability to produce red calves from a grey pedigree adds even more value for breeders looking to elevate both performance and visual appeal. With lineage that also traces to +Miss V8 805/6 through his sire, +Mr. V8 146/8 “Sloan,” Red Roulette exemplifies the innovation and excellence that define V8 Ranch genetics.

Initially released with just conventional semen, sexed semen is now available—making it easier than ever for breeders to strategically incorporate Red Roulette’s elite genetics into their programs.

Top Domestic Sires by Sales Revenue

1. Mr. V8 146/8 “Sloan” (Female Sexed)

+Mr. V8 146/8 “Sloan” is the only bull in history to win the International Brahman Show three times—and he backs it up in the pasture. Known for his muscle, soundness, and breed character, Sloan sires calves with power, structure, and style.

Named after our family patriarch in 2021, Sloan has earned his place in the Register of Renown and sired the 2022 and 2024 National Champion Get of Sire. He’s not just a legend in the ring, he’s a legacy in the making. He was the sire of the 2023 Grey Show Cow of the Year and 2023 Grey Show Bull of the Year. 

2. NCC Municipal (PS)

NCC Municipal (PS)  was imported from Australia in 2022 after we won him sight unseen—8,000 miles away—from our ranch in Texas. Sired by National Champion JDH Clanton de Manso and out of elite JDH bloodlines, he brings outcross power to nearly every American polled Brahman.

Now proving himself in U.S. pastures, Municipal’s first calves hit the ground in Spring 2024—and they’re everything we hoped for: heavy-boned, clean sheathed, polled, and full of breed character. He’s shaping up to be the most impactful polled bull we’ve ever used.

3. Mr. V8 146/8 “Sloan” (Conventional)

Whether sold as sexed or conventional semen, +Mr. V8 146/8 “Sloan” is in a class of his own. The only three-time International Champion Bull in history, he brings bone, breed character, and balance to every calf.

Named for our patriarch, Sloan Williams, he’s more than a champion—he’s a standard-bearer. His calves are consistently stylish, sound, and sale-topping, and his legacy as a sire of champions, including the 2022 and 2024 National Champion Get of Sire, continues to grow.

4. +Mr. V8 322/8

Big-time balance meets big-time results. A former National Champion, +Mr. V8 322/8 has proven his worth in the ring and in the pasture. Sire of 2022 Reserve National Champion, Miss V8 472/9 “Magic” in his very first calf crop, 322/8 is pushing the next generation of the +380/6 line forward. He is proudly owned in partnership with GKB Cattle, reflecting a shared commitment to excellence in Brahman genetics.

With style, muscle, and exceptional structure, he delivers calves that are as profitable as they are eye-catching. His impact is only beginning. 322 is also the sire of the National Champion and Reserve World Brahman Congress Champion, Miss V8 532/9, who was our high-seller in Made for Magic V. 

Miss V8 532/9, 2024 National Brahman Show Grand Champion Female (Sired by Mr. V8 322/8)

Top Foreign Sires by Units Sold

1. +Mr. V8 191/7

Global favorite. Time-tested. Still elite. +Mr. V8 191/7 continues to shape herds worldwide with calves that are long-bodied, clean-made, and powerfully built.

Sire of +Mr. V8 933/7 “Yeti” and 2017 International Champion, Mr. V8 604/7 “Man of Steel,” he brings iconic Brahman bloodlines from +Miss V8 464/6 and the Claydesta 807U5 family. His daughters—including the incredible +Miss V8 33/8—remain cornerstones of our program and others across the globe.

The success of his daughters has only strengthened his legacy, and in 2025, he’s playing an even bigger role in our ET program.

2. Mr. V8 179/8 “Big Mack”

Muscle, bone, and serious global appeal—Mr. V8 179/8 “Big Mack” is making waves abroad. A son of +Mr. V8 458/7 “Noble,” he may be the heaviest-boned bull ever raised at V8 Ranch. He’s got it all: dark pigment, a clean sheath, and a strong, level topline that sets him apart.

His dam, Miss V8 363/6, was the 2005 National Champion Female and one of our most admired donor cows—long-bodied, elegant, and productive. In 2022, Australian studmaster Brett Nobbs recognized Big Mack’s elite potential and secured exclusive rights for NCC Brahmans.

With eye appeal and adaptability, “Big Mack” is built to perform—and built to last.

He is the sire of the 2024 Reserve National Champion Female, Miss V8 935/9.

3. +Mr. V8 933/7 Yeti

Explosive growth. Maximum muscle. International impact. +Mr. V8 933/7 “Yeti” ranks #2 in the breed for weaning weight (previously held position #1 until his son, Mr. V8 562/8 “Guardian” took that spot from him) and top 1% for yearling—traits that make him a favorite from Texas to Thailand.

A V8 Superblend™, he combines +Miss V8 165/4 and +Claydesta 807U5 into a sire line that’s setting records. His first bull calf, Mr. V8 562/8 “Guardian,” signaled a new era of performance. In fact, Guardian has now overtaken his sire in the ABBA Sire Summary as the #1 trait leader for weaning weight, with Yeti holding the #2 spot—father and son sitting at the top. Yeti calves have averaged $72,750 at Made for Magic, making him one of the most proven, high-return sires in the breed today.

4. +Mr. V8 287/5 “Superstroke”

A legacy in global Brahman breeding. +Mr. V8 287/5 “Superstroke” ruled the show ring in the 2000s—and he still rules pedigrees worldwide. Undefeated Get-of-Sire at Houston for five consecutive years, he’s the fuel behind numerous champions and donor cows across continents.

With nearly 700 registered offspring, Superstroke is the backbone of many elite herds—and a timeless source of consistent, powerful genetics.

Top Foreign Sires by Sales Revenue

1. Mr. V8 146/8 “Sloan”

Sloan’s story is known worldwide. The only triple International Champion in Brahman history, his legacy transcends borders. From Houston to Honduras, he delivers the kind of calves that win banners and cornerstone brands.

Powerful yet correct, stylish yet sound—Sloan’s offspring sell high and perform higher. He’s not just a household name domestically. He’s a global icon.

Sloan’s offspring are instantly recognizable with their easy fleshing and heavy muscled phenotype, long before you even note the “46” on their shoulder. 

As the sire to 5 National Champions in the last 3 years (with more likely on the horizon), Sloan continues to make his mark internationally:

• 2022 National Champion Female, exhibited by Ganadera Guachipelin (Costa Rica)
• 2024 National Champion Grey Female, exhibited by Ganadera Los Angeles (Honduras)
• 2024 National Champion Red Bull, exhibited by Ganadera Los Angeles (Honduras)
• 2024 National Champion Grey Bull, exhibited by Ganadera San Mateo (Colombia)
• 2024 National Champion Grey Bull, exhibited by Ganadera Guachipelin (Costa Rica)

2. +Mr. V8 933/7 “Yeti”

With unmatched growth numbers and a stacked pedigree, this V8 Superblend™ took international programs by storm. His sons grow fast, his daughters sell high, and his genetics are in demand across continents.

Muscle, growth, marketability—Yeti has it all. And he’s just getting warmed up.

3. +Mr. V8 322/8

+ Mr. V8 322/8 is delivering where it counts—eye appeal, structure, and that signature V8 style. His daughters are feminine and refined, with level hips and a soft, balanced look. His sons are stout, sound, and uniform in type. Across the board, his calves carry that touch of darker pigment the world loves—an extra layer of style that sets them apart.

From his sire, +Mr. V8 380/6 “The Machine,” to his elite dam +Miss V8 33/8, 322/8 brings beauty and brawn. And with winners like Miss V8 472/9 “Magic” in his first crop—along with international standouts like the 2023 Reserve National Champion Female in Costa Rica, Beeche, and the 2024 National Champion & Reserve World Brahman Congress Champion, Miss V8 532/9—he’s a rising global force.

Miss V8 472/9 “Magic” (Sired by Mr. V8 322/8)

4. +Mr. V8 191/7

Foundation genetics. Timeless influence. +Mr. V8 191/7 continues to drive the breed forward on an international stage.

As the sire of multiple champions and herd sires like “Yeti” and “Man of Steel,” his stamp is unmistakable. Few bulls offer this much legacy—and this much consistency.

5. Mr. V8 179/8 “Big Mack”

Big-boned. Big presence. Big results. Mr. V8 179/8 “Big Mack” is commanding attention from serious breeders worldwide. As one of the most powerful sons of +Mr. V8 458/7 “Noble,” he brings massive structure, visual appeal, and proven maternal strength.

His dam, Miss V8 363/6—2005 National Champion Female—is one of V8’s most elite donor cows, known for her frame, femininity, and style. That lineage, combined with Big Mack’s sheer mass and clean design, is a winning combination.

In 2022, NCC Brahmans secured the exclusive Australian rights to “Big Mack,” betting on his ability to elevate their breeding program. He’s delivering already—and redefining expectations for tropical adaptability and Brahman quality.

Make Your Move Now—Before the Calves Hit the Ground

The bulls listed above didn’t just make calves – they made headlines. As you look ahead to the next breeding window, it’s time to secure your semen orders while inventory remains.

Planning matings for spring 2025 calves? Fine-tuning your embryo program? Either way, trust the proven leaders in V8 Ranch genetics.

Looking Ahead: One Generation at a Time

Raising cattle is more than a business—it’s a calling, a legacy, and a quiet kind of faith. It’s the belief that with each breeding decision, you’re not just planning for next spring, but for the next chapter of your family’s story.

We’ve heard from customers who bred their very first show heifer with V8 semen—and watched that heifer win her class at the county fair. We’ve heard from commercial cattlemen who switched to Brahman bulls for added hybrid vigor and saw their calves wean 50 pounds heavier.

And we’ve heard from folks just getting started—people with a couple of acres and a whole lot of heart—who chose a V8 bull because they knew they were building toward something better.

Wherever you are on your journey, we’re here to help you take the next step.

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