How to load 155 lb on a barbell
On a 45 lb bar, load 1 × 45 + 1 × 10 on each side. That is 4 plates in all.
Updated October 2026
Loading 155 lb, step by step
| Step | Adds | Bar weighs |
|---|---|---|
| Bar | 45 lb | 45 lb |
| Add 45 lb to each side | 90 lb | 135 lb |
| Add 10 lb to each side | 20 lb | 155 lb |
Load the biggest plates on first, closest to the centre, and match both sides.
155 lb on a lighter bar
| Bar | Bar weight | Each side | Plates in all |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard barbell | 45 lb | 1 × 45 + 1 × 10 | 4 |
| Women's barbell | 35 lb | 1 × 45 + 1 × 10 + 1 × 5 | 6 |
155 lb in kilograms
155 lb is 70.3 kg. The closest weight a 20 kg bar can hold is 70 kg, with 1 × 25 on each side.
What 155 lb is as a percent of your max
If your one-rep max is one of these, here is how heavy 155 lb is for you, and about how many reps you could do.
| Your one-rep max | 155 lb is | About this many reps |
|---|---|---|
| 165 lb | 93.9% | 3 |
| 170 lb | 91.2% | 4 |
| 180 lb | 86.1% | 6 |
| 195 lb | 79.5% | 8 |
| 205 lb | 75.6% | 9 |
| 220 lb | 70.5% | 12 |
| 240 lb | 64.6% | 16 |
| 260 lb | 59.6% | 20 |
Other weights
Questions
How many plates do I need for 155 lb?
On a 45 lb bar, load 1 × 45 + 1 × 10 on each side. That is 4 plates in all.
What does 155 lb look like on a women's bar?
A women's bar weighs 35 lb, so you add 60 lb to each side: 1 × 45 + 1 × 10 + 1 × 5.
How many kilograms is 155 lb?
155 lb is 70.3 kg. On a 20 kg bar, the closest weight you can load is 70 kg: 1 × 25 on each side.
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