How to Load 140 kg (Three Plates)
Metric three plates - approximately 308 lb
What You Need
Bar Weight
20kg
Per Side
3× 20kg
Total Plates
6× 20kg plates
= 20kg bar + 3× 20kg × 2
Exercise Benchmarks
What this weight typically represents:
| Exercise | Level |
|---|---|
| Squat | Advanced |
| Deadlift | Intermediate-Advanced |
| Bench Press | Elite |
Loading Tips
- Very close to 315 lb (three imperial plates)
- A respectable weight that shows dedicated training
- Clean plate math: three blues per side
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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 140kg?
To load 140kg on an Olympic barbell (20kg), you need 3× 20kg per side, for a total of 6× 20kg plates.
Is 140kg a good weight?
Metric three plates - approximately 308 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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