Sport
How many grams does a standard Olympic shot put weigh (men)?
7,260
Background
An Olympic shot put for men weighs 7,260 grams, or 7.26 kilos. That is as heavy as a full 7-liter water jug. Women throw a lighter shot weighing 4 kilos. The men's world record stands at over 23 meters. The shot is pushed from a small throwing circle.
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