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If anybody comes up with a number, tell me
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Far to many varaibles, think of a rather big number then double it for the expected unexpected.
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Understand the responsibility first before taking on an animal that size.
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Thats he key, money is really secondary to time as they do require commitment especially as you need them well conditioned to enjoy fully.
As was mentioned by Lcpl you will need to stripgraze but also consider the ground conditions as well as the growth since some soils and conditions can change rapidly.
Also on the hay/feed factor remember that weather is a vital element you have no say in at all, it changes intantantly the future availability and quality of hay which in turn pushes prices which in turn pushes on the other feeds.
One note on the farrier side, always have a spare lined up as you never know when you are going to lose the services of a farrier due to their occupational hazards.
If you do decide to make the commitment, you is going to enjoy it immensly
