How Much Does a Bottle of Water Weigh?

Water Bottle Weight Variations

  • A standard 500ml plastic water bottle weighs 9.9 grams when empty. Filled with water, it weighs about 518.5 grams.
  • A 500ml plastic bottle weighs less than a 500ml glass or stainless steel bottle.
  • PET bottles typically weigh 8 to 12 grams for a 500ml size.
  • A 500ml glass bottle weighs 280-600 grams empty.
  • Stainless steel bottles weigh 283 to 453 grams empty for 500ml, depending on design.
  • A 16.9 oz plastic water bottle weighs about 17.95 ounces with water.
  • This includes the 0.35 ounce bottle weight.
  • A 40-pack of 16.9 oz bottles weighs around 50 pounds with water.

Water Weight and Temperature

  • The temperature of the water impacts the weight.
  • At 39.2 degrees Fahrenheit, a gallon of water weighs 8.345 pounds.
  • At 100 degrees Fahrenheit, a gallon weighs about 8.2884 pounds.
  • 1ml of water weighs approximately 1 gram.

Planning Activities

  • Knowing the weight helps when planning activities.

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