W36X853 Dimensions & Weight

W36X853 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with a cross-section area of 250.68 in², weighing 853 lb per foot — a heavy section you will mostly see in columns and transfer girders on larger structures.

W36X853 Dimensions

PropertyImperialMetric
Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density250.68 in²1,617.3 cm²
Weight853 lb/ft1,269.4 kg/m

What does W36X853 weigh and cost?

W36X853 weighs 853 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $784.76 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

Total weight
17,060 lbs(8.53 tons)
Material cost
$15,695.20

Material only, example pricing. Actual steel pricing varies by region, grade, quantity, and market conditions — use your own supplier numbers for real bids.

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