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Hamwi Ideal Body Weight Calculator

Calculate hamwi ideal body weight with clear inputs, formulas, and supporting results.

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Hamwi Ideal Body Weight

Hamwi Ideal Body Weight Calculator

Hamwi ideal body weight—
Ideal body weight—
Approximate 10% lower bound—
Approximate 10% upper bound—
Results are estimates for informational purposes. Verify critical calculations and project requirements independently.

Calculator Inputs and Outputs

Inputs

  • Height (in) — example: 72
  • Formula sex — example: male

Results

  • Hamwi ideal body weight (kg)
  • Ideal body weight (lb)
  • Approximate 10% lower bound (kg)
  • Approximate 10% upper bound (kg)

Formula used

Hamwi formula: male 48 kg + 2.7 kg/in over 5 ft; female 45.5 kg + 2.2 kg/in over 5 ft.

How to Use the Hamwi Ideal Body Weight Calculator

Enter the requested values, check the units and assumptions, then select Calculate Hamwi Ideal Body Weight. The built-in defaults provide a complete working example.

Formula

Hamwi formula: male 48 kg + 2.7 kg/in over 5 ft; female 45.5 kg + 2.2 kg/in over 5 ft.

Understanding the Results

The primary answer appears first. Supporting outputs show related quantities, conversions, dates, costs, ratios, or intermediate values. Calculations keep additional precision before display rounding.

Accuracy Tips

  • Use measured values and consistent units.
  • Review assumptions, rates, timing, and efficiency inputs.
  • Recalculate after changing any condition.

Important Note

This tool provides an informational estimate. Confirm critical financial, medical, construction, scientific, tax, legal, or safety decisions with an appropriately qualified professional.

Calculation Standards

This tool uses documented formulas and high-precision internal values. Displayed results may be rounded for readability. Review the assumptions and verify important decisions with a qualified professional.

Read our calculation methodology