W12X87 Dimensions & Weight

W12X87 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 12.53 in and a 12.13 in wide flange, weighing 87 lb per foot — a workhorse size for floor beams and roof framing on commercial jobs.

W12X87 Dimensions

PropertyImperialMetric
Depth (d)12.53 in318.3 mm
Flange width (bf)12.13 in308 mm
Cross-section area (A)25.6 in²165.2 cm²
Weight87 lb/ft129.5 kg/m

What does W12X87 weigh and cost?

W12X87 weighs 87 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $80.04 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

Total weight
1,740 lbs
Material cost
$1,600.80

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