TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Year of the Horse

Fitting for a brand synonymous with speed and performance, TAG Heuer commemorates the 2026 Year of the Fire Horse with a limited-edition Carrera Chronograph infused with powerful symbolism. Dressed in auspicious tones of red and gold, the new model channels the dynamic spirit of the seventh sign in the Chinese Zodiac. Based on the elegant 39mm Carrera Glassbox Chronograph first introduced in 2023, this tribute edition celebrates both the Lunar New Year and TAG Heuer’s long-standing motorsport heritage.
The Carrera Chronograph Year of the Horse is housed in a 39mm stainless-steel case that blends polished and brushed surfaces across its elongated lugs and rounded flanks. The proportions, combined with the curved sapphire crystal, offer a sleek, modern interpretation of the iconic Carrera models from the 1960s. Despite the vintage inspiration, the design remains contemporary and versatile on the wrist.The flat sapphire crystal caseback showcases the automatic calibre TH20-07, partially obscured by an embossed motif of a galloping horse, a symbolic reference to the Fire Horse of the Chinese zodiac. The engraved artwork is rendered in fine detail, bringing motion and energy to the solid gold tones that complement the red dial accents.It comes equipped with a screw-down crown and classic piston-style pushers to operate the chronograph functions. A domed sapphire glassbox crystal with double anti-reflective treatment flows seamlessly into the tachymeter bezel, enhancing visibility while preserving the vintage character. Water-resistance can reach up to 100 meters (330 feet).The champagne gold dial is finished with a sunray-brushed texture that captures ambient light and radiates warmth. Around the outer periphery, a red and black minute track accompanies an internal tachymeter scale that dips dramatically toward the edge of the dial, creating depth and visual motion. Rose gold-plated indices, each tipped with a luminous pip, rise above the dial to enhance legibility and echo the golden hues of the Lunar New Year.Positioned at 3 o'clock is a vivid red chronograph sub-dial with a gradient effect and golden markings, providing a striking contrast to the main dial. At 9 o’clock, a framed date aperture features a red background with the number 7 replaced by the Chinese character for “horse,” a whimsical detail that ties the theme together. Gold-plated hour and minute hands with thin luminous strips sweep across the dial, while the central chronograph seconds hand pops in bright red.The overall aesthetic balances festive symbolism with the refined technical precision expected from a TAG Heuer chronograph. It manages to stand out without compromising the clean, performance-oriented look of the Carrera line.

The “TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Year of the Horse” (Ref#: CBS221D.BA0048) is powered by the in-house self-winding mechanical movement, caliber TH20-07 with 33 jewels, and 28,800 vph. It comes equipped with a column wheel and vertical clutch chronograph architecture for smooth actuation and enhanced precision. Power reserve can last up to 80 hours, when fully wound.
Mounted on this watch is a seven-row stainless steel beads-of-rice bracelet, secured by a double-folding clasp. The polished and brushed finishing echoes the warm golden tones of the dial while offering vintage charm and ergonomic comfort. Designed specifically for the Carrera Glassbox series, the bracelet hugs the wrist with elegance, enhancing the compact case size and reinforcing the retro-modern character of the piece.The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Year of the Horse is a limited edition of just 250 numbered pieces. Celebrating the symbolic power and good fortune of the Fire Horse, each watch is delivered in special packaging that highlights the Lunar New Year theme. For more up to date information visit the official TAG Heuer website here.