Work out powerlifting weight class instantly with clear inputs, formula shown and shareable results.
The class is the lowest published bracket whose upper limit is not below the lifter's body weight, with the margin and the cut to the class below reported alongside. Sitting a kilogram under a limit is the strongest position in the sport, so knowing the cut required to drop a class is a strategic rather than cosmetic number.
Class selection
class = the smallest bracket limit that is greater than or equal to body weight
Cut required
cut = body weight - the limit of the class below
class = the smallest bracket limit that is greater than or equal to body weight. The class is the lowest published bracket whose upper limit is not below the lifter's body weight, with the margin and the cut to the class below reported alongside.
Sitting a kilogram under a limit is the strongest position in the sport, so knowing the cut required to drop a class is a strategic rather than cosmetic number.
Enter body weight, division. The defaults shown are a realistic worked example — swap in your own figures to get a result you can use.