How much does A Lion weigh?
190 kg (419 lb)
per adult
A Lion weighs about 190 kg (419 lb) per adult. Roughly the weight of two large men.
| Weight (metric) | 190 kg |
| Weight (imperial) | 419 lb |
| Measured per | adult |
| Category | Animals |
| Compares to | Roughly the weight of two large men. |
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About the weight of a lion
Male lions weigh 150 to 250 kg; lionesses are lighter at 120 to 180 kg.
They are the second-largest cat after tigers.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a lion weigh?
- A Lion weighs about 190 kg (419 lb) per adult. Male lions weigh 150 to 250 kg; lionesses are lighter at 120 to 180 kg.
- How much do 10 of them weigh?
- Ten would weigh roughly 1,900 kg (4,189 lb).
- What does that compare to?
- Roughly the weight of two large men.