W16X77 Dimensions & Weight
W16X77 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 16.52 in and a 10.3 in wide flange, weighing 77 lb per foot — a workhorse size for floor beams and roof framing on commercial jobs.
W16X77 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 16.52 in | 419.6 mm |
| Flange width (bf) | 10.3 in | 261.5 mm |
| Cross-section area (A) | 22.6 in² | 145.8 cm² |
| Weight | 77 lb/ft | 114.6 kg/m |
What does W16X77 cost?
At an example material price of $0.92/lb, W16X77 runs about $70.84 per foot, or roughly $1,417 for a 20-ft length.
Example pricing only. Actual steel pricing varies by region, grade, quantity, and market conditions — use your own supplier numbers for real bids.
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