W40X249 Dimensions & Weight

W40X249 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with an actual depth of 39.5 in and a 15.83 in wide flange, weighing 249 lb per foot — a deep section used for girders, transfer beams, and long-span roof framing.

W40X249 Dimensions

PropertyImperialMetric
Depth (d)39.5 in1,003.3 mm
Flange width (bf)15.83 in402.1 mm
Cross-section area (A)73.2 in²472.3 cm²
Weight249 lb/ft370.6 kg/m

What does W40X249 weigh and cost?

W40X249 weighs 249 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $229.08 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

Total weight
4,980 lbs(2.49 tons)
Material cost
$4,581.60

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