Weight · Honey
How much does honey weigh?
11.7–12.0 lb/gal (calculator uses 11.85) · 1.42 kg/L · specific gravity 1.40–1.44.
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| Volume | Pounds | Kilograms |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gal | 12 lb | 5 kg |
| 5 gal | 59 lb | 27 kg |
| 55 gal | 652 lb | 296 kg |
| 100 gal | 1,185 lb | 538 kg |
| 275 gal | 3,259 lb | 1,478 kg |
| 330 gal | 3,910 lb | 1,774 kg |
| 500 gal | 5,925 lb | 2,688 kg |
| 1,000 gal | 11,850 lb | 5,375 kg |
| 5,000 gal | 59,250 lb | 26,875 kg |
Basis
17–18% moisture honey near 70°F; USDA / National Honey Board. The famous “12 pounds per gallon” is the top of this range. Liquid weight excludes the container — add tare weight for transport math. Matching tank charts: 55 gal tank · 275 gal tank · 330 gal tank · 500 gal tank · 1000 gal tank.
FAQ
How much does a gallon of honey weigh?
11.7–12.0 lb/gal (calculator uses 11.85). That is 1.42 kg per litre (SG 1.40–1.44).
How much does a 55-gallon drum of honey weigh?
About 652 lb of liquid, plus roughly 40–50 lb for a steel drum. A brim-full drum actually holds ~57.7 gal — see the drum chart.
Why a range instead of one number?
Grades and blends differ in API gravity, so an honest figure is a span; the calculator uses the typical mid value.