How to load 180 kg with lb plates
You want 180 kg, but your gym only stocks lb plates. 180 kg is about 396.8 lb, which doesn't land exactly on a pound set. So here's the closest you can load, under and over.
Closest you can load
- 5×35 lb
- 5×35 lb
- 1×1.25 lb
Loading across units means you rarely hit the number exactly. Most lifters pick whichever side is closer, or round to the nearest working set. The calculator does this for any weight and any plates you own.
180 kg ≈ 396.8 lb on a 45 lb bar. Training the other way? See how to load 180 kg on a kg set →
FAQ
Can you load exactly 180 kg with lb plates?
Not exactly. 180 kg ≈ 396.8 lb, which falls between plate steps. The closest under is 5 × 35 lb (395.0 lb) and the closest over is 5 × 35 lb, 1 × 1.25 lb (397.5 lb) per side.
What is 180 kg in lb?
180 kg is about 396.8 lb. But a converted number isn't a loadable weight. Use the closest achievable plate combination above (or the calculator) to actually load the bar.