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How much does A Cinder Block weigh?

15 kg (33.1 lb)
per block

A Cinder Block weighs about 15 kg (33.1 lb) per block. About the same as a 5-gallon water jug.

Weight (metric)15 kg
Weight (imperial)33.1 lb
Measured perblock
CategoryBuilding Materials
Compares toAbout the same as a 5-gallon water jug.

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About the weight of a cinder block

A standard 8 by 8 by 16 inch concrete block weighs about 15 to 17 kg.

Lightweight aggregate blocks are a few kilos less.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a cinder block weigh?
A Cinder Block weighs about 15 kg (33.1 lb) per block. A standard 8 by 8 by 16 inch concrete block weighs about 15 to 17 kg.
How much do 10 of them weigh?
Ten would weigh roughly 150 kg (331 lb).
What does that compare to?
About the same as a 5-gallon water jug.

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