How to Load 180 kg (Four Plates)
Metric four plates - approximately 396 lb
What You Need
Bar Weight
20kg
Per Side
4× 20kg
Total Plates
8× 20kg plates
= 20kg bar + 4× 20kg × 2
Exercise Benchmarks
What this weight typically represents:
| Exercise | Level |
|---|---|
| Squat | Elite |
| Deadlift | Advanced-Elite |
Loading Tips
- Almost equivalent to 405 lb (four imperial plates)
- Elite level strength for most natural lifters
- Clean four plates per side - visually impressive
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Use our interactive plate calculator for any weight:
Calculate Your Plates
Total Plates Needed
Standard Olympic Plates
Metric (kg): 25, 20, 15, 10, 5, 2.5, 1.25
Imperial (lb): 45, 35, 25, 10, 5, 2.5
Note: Standard Olympic barbells weigh 20kg (45lb) for men and 15kg (35lb) for women. The calculator shows plates needed per side of the barbell.
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FAQ
What plates do I need for 180kg?
To load 180kg on an Olympic barbell (20kg), you need 4× 20kg per side, for a total of 8× 20kg plates.
Is 180kg a good weight?
Metric four plates - approximately 396 lb
Can I use different plate combinations?
Yes, there are often multiple ways to achieve the same weight. However, the configuration shown uses the minimum number of plates possible, which is generally preferred for stability and ease of loading.
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