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How heavy is the famous New Year's Eve Ball in Times Square, New York?
about 5,600 kilograms
Background
The ball weighs 12,350 pounds, roughly 5,600 kilograms, and measures 3.8 meters across. It slowly descends during the final minute of the year (Times Square District Management Association, 2025).
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