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US Rebar Sizes and Nominal Weights
Nominal US customary reinforcing bar weights for common bar sizes. Use actual project schedules and applicable material standards for ordering.
| Bar size | Nominal diameter | Nominal weight |
|---|---|---|
| #3 | 0.375 in | 0.376 lb/ft |
| #4 | 0.500 in | 0.668 lb/ft |
| #5 | 0.625 in | 1.043 lb/ft |
| #6 | 0.750 in | 1.502 lb/ft |
| #7 | 0.875 in | 2.044 lb/ft |
| #8 | 1.000 in | 2.670 lb/ft |
Before using these quantities in a bid
- Weight = total installed cut length × nominal pounds per foot.
- Allow for approved laps, bends, hooks, cutting and fabrication separately.
- Structural drawings and rebar schedules control the actual arrangement.
Reference values are nominal or mathematical planning aids unless otherwise stated. Confirm actual product data, approved drawings, applicable requirements, jobsite conditions, and supplier information. These pages contain no live price feed and do not replace professional judgment.
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