How Heavy Is a Red Kangaroo?
a Red Kangaroo weighs about
90 kg (198 lb)
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- an average new car1,980 kg
model year 2024 US fleet average curb weight
- a red kangaroo90 kg
upper end for a large adult male red kangaroo (Macropus rufus): up to 90 kg; females are much smaller
- a bowling ball7.26 kg
heaviest ball allowed in tenpin bowling (16 lb); USBC sets no minimum weight
- a domestic cat4.5 kg
adult domestic cat (Felis catus); males larger; range 4.1–5.4 kg
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Put it in perspective
- About 12× a bowling ball
- About 20× a domestic cat
- About 22× an average new car
Sources
[1] University of Michigan Museum of Zoology
Macropus rufus (red kangaroo) | Animal Diversity WebMuseum / zoo / university
“Range mass 90 (high) kg”
Value as published: 90 (high) kg · accessed 2026-11-11.
Last updated 2026-11-11.Report a correction (please include a source link).
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- a pig100 kg (220 lb)
- an ostrich110 kg (243 lb)
- a chimpanzee50 kg (110 lb)
- a sheep50 kg (110 lb)
- a gorilla180 kg (397 lb)
Frequently asked questions
How much does a red kangaroo weigh?
a Red Kangaroo weighs about 90 kg (198 lb) — upper end for a large adult male red kangaroo (Macropus rufus): up to 90 kg; females are much smaller.
How much is a red kangaroo in pounds and ounces?
198 lb, which is 3,170 oz. In metric terms: 90 kg.
Is a red kangaroo heavier than a bowling ball?
Yes. a Red Kangaroo weighs about 90 kg (198 lb), while a bowling ball is about 16 lb (7.26 kg) — roughly 12×.
Where does this number come from?
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