HP / H-Beam Weight per Meter — Quick Guide
HP and H beam weight per meter is listed as theoretical kg/m on each catalog size page. Multiply by length and quantity, or use the I/H beam calculator for totals.
Author: Iron Metal Editorial — Steel sections specialist
Find kg/m in the catalog
- Open the HP / H sector. Browse the HP or H beam section in the catalog.
- Pick your standard and size. Select the profile family (e.g. HEA, HEB, HP) and open the size row.
- Read theoretical kg/m. The size page shows kg/m from the standard tables.
- Multiply for total weight. Total kg ≈ kg/m × length (m) × quantity.
Example
HEA 200 at 42.3 kg/m × 6 m × 4 pieces ≈ 1015.2 kg theoretical.
FAQ
HP vs H — same kg/m? Each standard lists its own theoretical kg/m; always use the catalog row for your exact designation.
Which density? Catalog kg/m is theoretical; calculator uses 7.85 g/cm³ unless you change material.
Actual vs theoretical? Mill tolerances and fillet radii can shift weight slightly — see our standards guide.