Single-ply Squat Records - Men
All-time single-ply squat records for men, ranked by weight lifted across all weight classes and federations.
The all-time single-ply squat world record for men is 544.3 kg, set by Rajeev Chandila at Never Alone Charity Powerlifting Classic on Nov 15, 2025. Source: OpenPowerlifting competition results.
Top 20 All-Time
| Rank | Athlete | Squat | Bodyweight | Weight Class | Meet | Date | DOTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rajeev Chandila | 544.3 kg | - | 140+ kg | Never Alone Charity Powerlifting Classic | Nov 15, 2025 | - |
| 2 | Eleni Guerrera | 505.0 kg | - | 120+ kg | Summer UQ Novice Competition | Mar 4, 2017 | - |
| 3 | Ross McDonald | 487.6 kg | - | 140 kg | Spring Classic | Feb 8, 2025 | - |
| 4 | Rafael Cas | 487.5 kg | - | 125 kg | Metal Militia Montreal Bench Wars | Feb 17, 2024 | - |
| 5 | William Tau | 482.5 kg | - | 105+ kg | Student's World Cup | Jul 8, 2022 | - |
| 6 | Erkhes Batbaatar | 480.0 kg | - | 110+ kg | Georgia State Meet | Jan 29, 2011 | - |
| 7 | Tuomas Pigg | 467.2 kg | - | 110 kg | Adrenaline | Jun 27, 2020 | - |
| 8 | Roy Simon | 464.9 kg | - | 124.7+ kg | Montgomery Invitational | Mar 24, 2017 | - |
| 9 | William Pakoti | 462.5 kg | - | 125+ kg | DM Utrustning Bänkpress Senior | May 15, 2010 | - |
| 10 | Ursula Nothnagel | 454.0 kg | - | 120 kg | Klubbmesterskap | May 1, 2026 | - |
| 11 | N. Norville | 445.5 kg | - | 105 kg | World University Powerlifting Cup | Nov 13, 2017 | - |
| 12 | Matthew Zappia | 445.0 kg | - | 90.7+ kg | APS Summer Slam PRO | Jun 23, 2003 | - |
| 13 | Mitsuhiro Ide | 437.5 kg | - | 100 kg | Mountaineer Barbell Championships | Nov 21, 1987 | - |
| 14 | Delano Chatman | 435.0 kg | - | 143+ kg | DM VGSF Utrustad Bänkpress | Mar 2, 2002 | - |
| 15 | Dmitriy Bushmakin | 422.5 kg | - | 90 kg | Awakening of the Frost Giants | Nov 23, 2024 | - |
| 16 | Jorge Alvarez | 422.5 kg | - | 90+ kg | Baxter Bench Bash | Jul 14, 2005 | - |
| 17 | Siana Ible | 422.5 kg | - | 100+ kg | World Bench Press Championships | Jul 25, 2009 | - |
| 18 | Steven McShane | 410.0 kg | - | 145+ kg | Bayerische Meisterschaften im Bankdrücken | Jul 26, 1997 | - |
| 19 | Norberto Carrizo | 405.5 kg | - | 93 kg | Klubbmesterskap | May 1, 2026 | - |
| 20 | Mike Lilly | 400.0 kg | - | 82.5+ kg | Muscular Dystrophy Bench Meet | Sep 17, 2004 | - |
Record by Weight Class
The single-ply squat record holder in every men's weight class.
Record Progression History
How the all-time single-ply squat record has progressed over time.
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Records Over Time
single-ply squat records for men by year.
| Year | Squat Record |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 230.0 kg |
| 2011 | 422.5 kg |
| 2012 | 425.0 kg |
| 2013 | 430.0 kg |
| 2014 | 415.0 kg |
| 2015 | 430.0 kg |
| 2016 | 425.0 kg |
| 2017 | 430.0 kg |
| 2018 | 415.0 kg |
| 2019 | 425.0 kg |
| 2020 | 412.5 kg |
| 2021 | 437.5 kg |
| 2022 | 440.5 kg |
| 2023 | 452.5 kg |
| 2024 | 453.0 kg |
| 2025 | 440.0 kg |
| 2026 | 454.0 kg |
About Single-ply Squat Records
The single-ply squat has been one of the most closely watched record categories in competitive powerlifting. The squat is the first lift contested in a powerlifting meet and sets the tone for the entire competition. Record-breaking squats require not just raw leg and hip strength, but exceptional core stability, mobility, and the mental fortitude to stand up under crushing loads.
Equipped records showcase the extreme end of powerlifting performance. Single-ply equipment adds significant supportive resistance to each lift, allowing trained lifters to handle loads well beyond their raw capabilities. Mastering equipped lifting is a skill in its own right - learning to use the suit or shirt effectively requires years of specialized training and technique development.
Want to see how your squat compares? Use our percentile calculator to see where you rank among all competition lifters, or visit the strength standards page for a detailed breakdown by weight class. View all record categories on the records overview.