How to load 325 lb on a barbell

Load the 45 lb bar with 4 × 35 lb per side to hit 325 lb.

325 lb loaded on a 45 lb bar, to scale. Scroll sideways on small screens.

Plate breakdown

Per side · Total: 325.0 lb (325 lb)

325 lb lands on an awkward 147.4 kg, a big reason lifters who train across kg and lb gyms end up guessing.

325 lb ≈ 147.4 kg. Training in the other unit? See the kg plate breakdown →

Can you load exactly 325 lb with standard plates?

Yes. Load 4 × 35 lb per side on a 45 lb bar.

What if my gym only has kilos?

325 lb is about 147.4 kg. Use the MixedBarbell calculator to load the nearest achievable weight with whatever plates your gym actually stocks.