Raw Squat Records - Men
All-time raw squat records for men, ranked by weight lifted across all weight classes and federations.
The all-time raw squat world record for men is 490.5 kg, set by Devonte Lewis at Raw Nationals on Jun 12, 2026. Source: OpenPowerlifting competition results.
Top 20 All-Time
| Rank | Athlete | Squat | Bodyweight | Weight Class | Meet | Date | DOTS |
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| 1 | Devonte Lewis | 490.5 kg | - | 140+ kg | Raw Nationals | Jun 12, 2026 | - |
| 2 | Ray Williams | 490.0 kg | - | 120+ kg | Arnold SBD Pro American | Mar 2, 2019 | - |
| 3 | Andrew Hause | 468.0 kg | - | 140 kg | The Shack Showdown III | Nov 22, 2025 | - |
| 4 | JP Price | 435.0 kg | - | 110+ kg | Reebok Record Breakers | Nov 5, 2016 | - |
| 5 | Colton Engelbrecht | 430.0 kg | - | 125 kg | Start 800 Powerlifting Tournament | Mar 28, 2026 | - |
| 6 | Ray Williams | 410.0 kg | - | 125+ kg | Southern Raw Championships | Dec 15, 2013 | - |
| 7 | Ashton Rouska | 400.5 kg | - | 120 kg | Open Nationals | Mar 5, 2026 | - |
| 8 | Zalim Kuvambaev | 400.0 kg | - | 105 kg | Kazakhstan Classic Powerlifting Championships | Apr 1, 2018 | - |
| 9 | Hussam Ateyia | 397.5 kg | - | 110 kg | Dogghouse Gym Classic | Oct 4, 2025 | - |
| 10 | Tyler Williamson | 387.5 kg | - | 100 kg | Texas Iron Republic | Mar 15, 2025 | - |
| 11 | Holger Kuttroff | 370.0 kg | - | 100+ kg | Bembel Man | Dec 1, 2009 | - |
| 12 | John Haack | 365.5 kg | - | 90 kg | Power Surge Pro/Am VIII | Sep 28, 2024 | - |
| 13 | Brandon Rosete | 365.0 kg | - | 90+ kg | Apeman Elite Open | Oct 19, 2019 | - |
| 14 | Richard Wright | 362.9 kg | - | 118 kg | Record Breakers | Nov 9, 2019 | - |
| 15 | Robert Dempsey | 362.9 kg | - | 145 kg | Hardcore Raw Power Meet | Feb 11, 1996 | - |
| 16 | Leonidas Arkona | 360.0 kg | - | 105+ kg | Insanity | Oct 4, 2019 | - |
| 17 | Russel Orhii | 355.5 kg | - | 93 kg | Pan-American Powerlifting Championships | Jul 27, 2025 | - |
| 18 | Jawon Garrison | 353.0 kg | - | 82.5 kg | The American Pro 2 | Oct 28, 2023 | - |
| 19 | Lorenzo Jordan | 347.5 kg | - | 67.5 kg | The Bar Showdown | Mar 14, 2026 | - |
| 20 | John Nickless | 344.7 kg | - | 145+ kg | East Coast Classic | Feb 13, 1999 | - |
Record by Weight Class
The raw squat record holder in every men's weight class.
Record Progression History
How the all-time raw squat record has progressed over time.
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Records Over Time
raw squat records for men by year.
| Year | Squat Record |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 350.0 kg |
| 2012 | 400.0 kg |
| 2013 | 400.5 kg |
| 2014 | 422.5 kg |
| 2015 | 426.0 kg |
| 2016 | 456.0 kg |
| 2017 | 477.5 kg |
| 2018 | 485.0 kg |
| 2019 | 490.0 kg |
| 2020 | 420.0 kg |
| 2021 | 430.0 kg |
| 2022 | 450.0 kg |
| 2023 | 455.0 kg |
| 2024 | 460.0 kg |
| 2025 | 478.5 kg |
| 2026 | 460.0 kg |
About Raw Squat Records
The raw 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.
Raw squat records have grown significantly since the raw division became formally recognized in most federations around 2010. As more elite lifters have shifted to raw competition, records have been pushed to levels that were previously thought impossible without supportive equipment. The current generation of raw lifters benefits from better programming, nutrition science, and competition opportunities than any previous era.
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.