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Reference weight
Men / boys · Shot Put · US high school (NFHS reference)
Approximately 12.0 lb. Pounds are a rounded display conversion.
Check the meet's governing rules before selecting equipment. Masters rows follow the WMA 2026 implement table; the women's reduction starts at 75. Youth specifications and state high-school rules can differ. This is a table lookup, not a formula for eligibility.
Shot Put: all reference groups
| Group | Weight (kg) | Approx. lb |
|---|---|---|
| 5.44 | 12.0 | |
| 3 | 6.6 | |
| 4 | 8.8 | |
| 5 | 11.0 | |
| 6 | 13.2 | |
| 7.26 | 16.0 | |
| 6 | 13.2 | |
| 5 | 11.0 | |
| 4 | 8.8 | |
| 3 | 6.6 |
Rules reference: WMA 2026 competition rules, Appendix A. Confirm event availability, exact implement specifications and age classification with the meet director.