How to load 60 kg on a barbell
On a 20 kg bar, load 1 × 20 on each side. That is 2 plates in all.
Updated October 2026
Loading 60 kg, step by step
| Step | Adds | Bar weighs |
|---|---|---|
| Bar | 20 kg | 20 kg |
| Add 20 kg to each side | 40 kg | 60 kg |
Load the biggest plates on first, closest to the centre, and match both sides.
60 kg on a lighter bar
| Bar | Bar weight | Each side | Plates in all |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard barbell | 20 kg | 1 × 20 | 2 |
| Women's barbell | 15 kg | 1 × 20 + 1 × 2.5 | 4 |
60 kg in pounds
60 kg is 132.3 lb. The closest weight a 45 lb bar can hold is 130 lb, with 1 × 35 + 1 × 5 + 1 × 2.5 on each side.
What 60 kg is as a percent of your max
If your one-rep max is one of these, here is how heavy 60 kg is for you, and about how many reps you could do.
| Your one-rep max | 60 kg is | About this many reps |
|---|---|---|
| 62.5 kg | 96% | 2 |
| 67.5 kg | 88.9% | 5 |
| 70 kg | 85.7% | 6 |
| 75 kg | 80% | 8 |
| 80 kg | 75% | 10 |
| 85 kg | 70.6% | 12 |
| 92.5 kg | 64.9% | 16 |
| 100 kg | 60% | 20 |
Other weights
Questions
How many plates do I need for 60 kg?
On a 20 kg bar, load 1 × 20 on each side. That is 2 plates in all.
What does 60 kg look like on a women's bar?
A women's bar weighs 15 kg, so you add 22.5 kg to each side: 1 × 20 + 1 × 2.5.
How many pounds is 60 kg?
60 kg is 132.3 lb. On a 45 lb bar, the closest weight you can load is 130 lb: 1 × 35 + 1 × 5 + 1 × 2.5 on each side.
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