Weight Class Leaderboards
Who are the strongest athletes in each weight division? Browse leaderboards for every major strongman weight class - from Under 80kg all the way to the open super heavyweights.
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Understanding Strongman Weight Classes
Weight classes in strongman are standardized divisions that group athletes by bodyweight for fairer competition. Unlike powerlifting's many narrow classes, strongman uses fewer, wider divisions. Here is how they work across the major federations.
Strongman Corporation
Strongman Corporation is the largest amateur strongman organization in the United States and sanctions competitions worldwide. They offer the most weight class divisions of any federation.
Men's Weight Classes
| Class | Weight Limit | Weight Limit (kg) | Competition Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lightweight | 175 lbs | 79.4 kg | Amateur / National |
| Middleweight | 200 lbs | 90.7 kg | Amateur / National |
| Light Heavyweight | 231 lbs | 105 kg | Amateur / National |
| Heavyweight | 265 lbs | 120 kg | Amateur / National |
| Super Heavyweight | No Limit | No Limit | Amateur / National |
Women's Weight Classes
| Class | Weight Limit | Weight Limit (kg) | Competition Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lightweight | 140 lbs | 63.5 kg | Amateur / National |
| Middleweight | 165 lbs | 74.8 kg | Amateur / National |
| Heavyweight | 200 lbs | 90.7 kg | Amateur / National |
| Super Heavyweight | No Limit | No Limit | Amateur / National |
Official Strongman Games
The Official Strongman Games (OSG) is the competitive arm of World's Ultimate Strongman (WUS). Their weight classes are designed for elite-level competition with a focus on international standardization.
Men's Weight Classes
| Class | Weight Limit | Weight Limit (kg) | Competition Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 80 kg | 176 lbs | 80 kg | Professional |
| Under 90 kg | 198 lbs | 90 kg | Professional |
| Under 105 kg | 231 lbs | 105 kg | Professional |
| Under 120 kg | 264 lbs | 120 kg | Professional |
| Open | No Limit | No Limit | Professional |
Women's Weight Classes
| Class | Weight Limit | Weight Limit (kg) | Competition Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 64 kg | 141 lbs | 64 kg | Professional |
| Under 73 kg | 161 lbs | 73 kg | Professional |
| Under 82 kg | 181 lbs | 82 kg | Professional |
| Over 82 kg | No Limit | No Limit | Professional |
Federation Comparison
How weight class boundaries compare across the major strongman federations (men's divisions).
| Weight Range | Strongman Corp | Official Strongman | Arnold USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 80 kg / 176 lbs | Lightweight (175) | Under 80 kg | -- |
| 80-90 kg / 176-198 lbs | -- | Under 90 kg | Lightweight (181) |
| 90-105 kg / 198-231 lbs | Middleweight (200) | Under 105 kg | Middleweight (220) |
| 105-120 kg / 231-265 lbs | Light HW (231) / HW (265) | Under 120 kg | Heavyweight (265) |
| Over 120 kg / 265+ lbs | Super Heavyweight | Open | Super Heavyweight |
Equipment Specifications by Weight Class
Implement weights and event parameters are often adjusted based on weight class. Here are typical ranges used in Strongman Corporation competitions.
| Event | Lightweight | Middleweight | Heavyweight | SHW / Open |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Log Press | 200-220 lbs | 240-260 lbs | 280-320 lbs | 320-400+ lbs |
| Deadlift | 405-455 lbs | 500-550 lbs | 600-650 lbs | 700-900+ lbs |
| Atlas Stones | 200-280 lbs | 250-330 lbs | 300-400 lbs | 350-500+ lbs |
| Yoke Walk | 500-600 lbs | 650-750 lbs | 800-900 lbs | 900-1200+ lbs |
| Farmer's Walk (per hand) | 200-225 lbs | 250-275 lbs | 275-325 lbs | 300-400+ lbs |
About Strongman Weight Class Leaderboards
Strongman weight class leaderboards rank athletes by their competitive achievements within specific bodyweight divisions. Unlike powerlifting, which uses narrow weight classes (often in 5-10 kg increments), strongman competitions typically use broader divisions that group athletes into 4-6 weight categories.
How Strongman Weight Classes Differ from Powerlifting
Powerlifting federations like the IPF use 8-10 weight classes with tight boundaries (e.g., 59kg, 66kg, 74kg, 83kg, 93kg, 105kg, 120kg, 120kg+). Strongman federations use fewer, wider classes because the sport demands all-around strength rather than single-lift specialization. A middleweight strongman at 200 lbs needs to be strong at pressing, deadlifting, loading, carrying, and grip events, so the broader classes allow more athletes to compete.
Why Weight Matters in Strongman
In open-weight strongman (like World's Strongest Man), heavier athletes have an inherent advantage on static strength events. Weight classes level the playing field, letting lighter athletes showcase incredible relative strength. An Under 90kg athlete deadlifting 3x bodyweight is pound-for-pound just as impressive as a super heavyweight pulling 500kg.
Data Source
Our leaderboards pull from a database of 4,000+ professional strongman athletes. Weight data comes from official competition records and verified sources. Athletes are ranked by total international wins within each weight class, with podium finishes, total appearances, and WSM titles as secondary metrics.
Frequently Asked Questions
The top-ranked under-90kg strongman athletes are determined by total international competition wins within the 80-89.9kg bodyweight range. Use the "Under 90kg" tab above to see the current leaderboard. Rankings update as new competition results are added to our database.
Strongman uses fewer, broader weight divisions than powerlifting. Where powerlifting may have 8-10 classes, strongman typically uses 4-6. The most common strongman classes are Under 80kg, Under 90kg, Under 105kg, Under 120kg, and Open/Super Heavyweight (no limit). This reflects the all-around nature of strongman events, which test pressing, pulling, carrying, and loading rather than a single lift.
No. The most prestigious strongman competitions, including World's Strongest Man, Arnold Strongman Classic, and Giants Live, remain open-weight events where athletes of all sizes compete head-to-head. Weight classes are primarily used at amateur and national-level competitions organized by federations like Strongman Corporation and the Official Strongman Games.