Rebar Weight Calculator

Calculate total weight, bar count, and lap length recommendations for reinforcement steel.

Rebar Items
#DiameterLength (m)Qty
1

Total Weight

53.28 kg

Weight in Tons

0.053 tons

Standard Bars (12m)

5 bars

Item Breakdown
Dia.kg/mTotal LengthWeight12m Bars
12mm0.88860.0m53.28 kg5
Lap Length Recommendations
12mm bars480mm
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IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER

This calculator provides PRELIMINARY ESTIMATES ONLY and is intended for planning and budgeting purposes. Results should NOT be used for final structural design or construction without verification by a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng).

By using this tool, you acknowledge that:

1. All calculations are indicative and may not account for site-specific conditions, load combinations, or local code requirements.

About This Calculator

The Rebar Weight Calculator helps quantity surveyors and structural engineers estimate reinforcement steel tonnage for construction projects across the UAE and Gulf. Calculate weight per bar, total tonnage, bar count, and lap length requirements. Essential for procurement, tender submissions, and verifying steel deliveries.

When to Use This Calculator

  • Preparing steel procurement orders for structural works
  • Estimating reinforcement quantities for tender submissions
  • Verifying steel delivery weights against bar schedules
  • Calculating bar cutting lengths with lap requirements
  • Pricing reinforcement packages for subcontract quotations

How to Use This Calculator

1

Select Bar Diameter

Choose the rebar size: 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 16mm, 20mm, 25mm, 32mm, or 40mm.

2

Enter Bar Length

Input the cutting length per bar in meters (standard bar length is 12m).

3

Enter Number of Bars

Specify the total bar count from your bar schedule or estimation.

4

View Weight Results

Get weight per bar, total weight in kg and tonnes, and lap length recommendations.

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Last Updated: January 2026

Standards Reference: Weight calculations per BS 4449 and ASTM A615 standards

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