W40X397 Dimensions & Weight

W40X397 is an AISC wide-flange (W) shape with a cross-section area of 116.67 in², weighing 397 lb per foot — a heavy section you will mostly see in columns and transfer girders on larger structures.

W40X397 Dimensions

PropertyImperialMetric
Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density116.67 in²752.7 cm²
Weight397 lb/ft590.8 kg/m

What does W40X397 weigh and cost?

W40X397 weighs 397 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $365.24 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

Total weight
7,940 lbs(3.97 tons)
Material cost
$7,304.80

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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