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How much does A Shot Put weigh?
7.26 kg (16 lb)
per shot
A Shot Put weighs about 7.26 kg (16 lb) per shot. About the same as a bowling ball.
| Weight (metric) | 7.26 kg |
| Weight (imperial) | 16 lb |
| Measured per | shot |
| Category | Sports & Fitness |
| Compares to | About the same as a bowling ball. |
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About the weight of a shot put
The mens competition shot put weighs 7.26 kg (16 lb); the womens is 4 kg.
High school and masters categories use lighter shots.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a shot put weigh?
- A Shot Put weighs about 7.26 kg (16 lb) per shot. The mens competition shot put weighs 7.26 kg (16 lb); the womens is 4 kg.
- How much do 10 of them weigh?
- Ten would weigh roughly 72.6 kg (160 lb).
- What does that compare to?
- About the same as a bowling ball.