Implement Weight Lookup
Complete reference for shot put, discus, javelin, hammer, and weight throw specifications across all age groups from youth to masters, for both male and female athletes.
Gender
Implement
5.44kg
12 lbs
Shot Put Weights by Age Group (Male)
| Age Group | Weight (kg) | Pounds |
|---|---|---|
| Youth (U14) | 3 | 6.6 lbs |
| Youth (U16) | 4 | 8.8 lbs |
| Youth (U18) | 5 | 11.0 lbs |
| Junior (U20) | 6 | 13.2 lbs |
| Senior Standard | 7.26 | 16.0 lbs |
| Masters 50+ | 6 | 13.2 lbs |
| Masters 60+ | 5 | 11.0 lbs |
| Masters 70+ | 4 | 8.8 lbs |
| Masters 80+ | 3 | 6.6 lbs |
7.26kg
2kg
800g
7.26kg
15.88kg
How to Use
Select gender
Choose male or female to see the appropriate implement weights for your category.
Select the implement
Choose from shot put, discus, javelin, hammer, or weight throw.
Find your age group
Reference the table to find the correct weight for your age category, from youth through masters.
How It Works
World Athletics & USATF Standards
Key Weight Conversions:
7.26 kg = 16 lbs (Men's shot/hammer)
4.0 kg = 8.8 lbs (Women's shot/hammer)
5.44 kg = 12 lbs (HS boys shot put)
Weights are established by World Athletics (formerly IAAF) and national federations. Always verify current rules with your governing body as specifications occasionally change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do implement weights vary by age group?
Lighter implements for younger athletes allow proper technique development without injury risk. As athletes mature and build strength, heavier implements challenge them appropriately. Masters athletes use progressively lighter implements as strength naturally declines.
What are the senior (open) implement weights?
For men: Shot put 7.26kg (16 lbs), Discus 2kg, Javelin 800g, Hammer 7.26kg. For women: Shot put 4kg (8.8 lbs), Discus 1kg, Javelin 600g, Hammer 4kg. These are the weights used at Olympics, World Championships, and college competitions.
What implements are used in US high school competitions?
US high school boys use a 12-lb shot put (5.44kg) and 1.6kg discus. Girls use a 4kg shot put and 1kg discus. These differ from international youth standards to accommodate American scholastic athletics traditions.
Why is the shot put measured in both kilograms and pounds?
International competitions use metric measurements (kilograms), but American high school and some college competitions traditionally used imperial measurements. The 'official' weights are metric; pound equivalents are conversions.
What is the weight throw?
The weight throw is an indoor event where athletes throw a metal ball attached to a handle via a wire. It's similar to the hammer throw but shorter. Men's senior weight is 35 lbs (15.88kg) and women's is 20 lbs (9.08kg).