Bill Kazmaier "Kaz"
Compare to Another AthleteBill Kazmaier is a strongman from United States who stands 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall and competes at 148 kg (326 lb), born December 30, 1953 (age 72).
Last 5 Contests
- 1 1987 Défi Mark Ten International Oct 16, 1987
- 2 1988 World's Strongest Man Aug 28, 1988
- 4 1989 World's Strongest Man Aug 18, 1989
- 3 1990 Battle of the Giants Aug 26, 1990
- 1 1990 Hreysti Nov 3, 1990
2 wins and 4 podiums in the last 5. Most recent: 1st at 1990 Hreysti, Nov 3, 1990.
Competition Statistics
International
National
World's Strongest Man
Strengths & Weaknesses
Bill Kazmaier is strongest at Deadlift: an average placing of 1.1 across 7 outings, with 6 wins. Weakest at Loading Race (3.5 across 4).
- Deadlift 1.1
- Overhead Press 1.5
- Carry 2.5
- Throwing 2.5
- Squat 2.3
- Vehicle Pull 2.8
- Grip 3.3
- Loading Race 3.5
Average finishing position in each event type, across every contest we hold results for. Lower is better. Ordering weighs how often an event has been contested, so a strong average from a handful of outings does not outrank a long record. That is why an event higher up the list can show a slightly worse average than one below it. Event types with fewer than 4 recorded outings are not shown.
Powerlifting Records
Data from OpenPowerlifting.org (CC0)
Career Bests
Career Trajectory
Contest placements by year - lower is better
| Date | Contest Name | Type | Division | Location | Placing | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 3, 1990 | 1990 Hreysti | Hreysti | M | - | #1 | 28.00 |
| Aug 26, 1990 | 1990 Battle of the Giants | Battle of the Giants | M | Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom | #3 | 0.00 |
| Aug 18, 1989 | 1989 World's Strongest Man | World's Strongest Man | M | San Sebastián, Spain, Spain | #4 | 40.00 |
| Aug 28, 1988 | 1988 World's Strongest Man | World's Strongest Man | M | Budapest, Hungary, Hungary | #2 | 51.00 |
| Oct 16, 1987 | 1987 Défi Mark Ten International | Défi Mark Ten International | M | Montréal, Canada, Canada | #1 | 50.60 |
| Feb 20, 1980 | 1980 World Strongbow | World Strongbow | M | Woking, England, United Kingdom | #1 | 1485.00 |
| - | 1990 World Muscle Power Classic | World Muscle Power Classic | M | - | #4 | 0.00 |
| - | 1990 World Strongman Challenge | World Strongman Challenge | M | - | #2 | 0.00 |
| - | 1990 Finland's Strongest Man | Finland's Strongest Man | M | - | #1 | 59.00 |
| - | 1989 World Muscle Power Classic | World Muscle Power Classic | M | - | #4 | 0.00 |
| - | 1988 World Muscle Power Classic | World Muscle Power Classic | M | - | #1 | 28.50 |
| - | 1988 European Hercules | European Hercules | M | - | #4 | 48.00 |
| - | 1988 Battle of the Giants | Battle of the Giants | M | - | #2 | 19.00 |
| - | 1988 Iceland's Strongest Man | Iceland's Strongest Man | M | - | #1 | 29.50 |
| - | 1987 Pure Strength | Pure Strength | M | - | #2 | 19.00 |
| - | 1982 World's Strongest Man | World's Strongest Man | M | - | #1 | 91.00 |
| - | 1981 World's Strongest Man | World's Strongest Man | M | - | #1 | 96.00 |
| - | 1980 World's Strongest Man | World's Strongest Man | M | - | #1 | 102.50 |
| - | 1979 World's Strongest Man | World's Strongest Man | M | - | #3 | 44.90 |
No individual event results available yet.
Event-by-event results are available for select competitions.
Showing - of event results
| Event | Result | Place | Contest | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event | Value | Contest | Date | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max. 18-inch Deadlift | 478.5 kg | 1982 World's Strongest Man | Jan 1, 1982 | - |
| Max. Deadlift | 380.0 kg | 1980 World Strongbow | Feb 20, 1980 | - |
| Max. Log Lift | 170.0 kg | 1988 World's Strongest Man | Aug 28, 1988 | - |
| Max. Squat | 440.0 kg | 1981 World's Strongest Man | Jan 1, 1981 | - |
Personal Details
- Full Name
- Bill Kazmaier
- Nickname
- "Kaz"
- Date of Birth
- December 30, 1953
- Birthplace
- Burlington, Wisconsin, U.S.
- Country
- United States
Physical Stats
- Height
- 1.88m
- Weight
- 148kg
- Gender
- Male
Career
- Years Active
- 1979 - 1990
- Status
- Retired
- Total Competitions
- 19
- Total Wins
- 9
Last updated: February 23, 2026
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About Bill Kazmaier
Bill Kazmaier, known as "Kaz", is an American strongman athlete. Kazmaier stands 188 cm (6'2") and competes at 148 kg (326 lbs). Born in Burlington, Wisconsin, U.S., Kazmaier is currently 72 years old.
Kazmaier's competitive career spanned from 1979 to 1990. Over 19 recorded contests, Kazmaier has collected 9 victories, achieving a 47% win rate. Kazmaier's international record includes 18 competitions with 8 wins on the world stage.
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