W18X71 Dimensions & Weight

W18X71 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 18.47 in and a 7.64 in wide flange, weighing 71 lb per foot — a workhorse size for floor beams and roof framing on commercial jobs.

W18X71 Dimensions

PropertyImperialMetric
Depth (d)18.47 in469.1 mm
Flange width (bf)7.64 in193.9 mm
Cross-section area (A)20.8 in²134.2 cm²
Weight71 lb/ft105.7 kg/m

What does W18X71 weigh and cost?

W18X71 weighs 71 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $65.32 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

Total weight
1,420 lbs
Material cost
$1,306.40

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