Large upright pianos, due to the combination between height and weight, can be difficult and potentially dangerous to move. Old, full-size upright pianos built in the late 19th and early 20th century can be exceedingly heavy and may weigh more than many popular grand piano models! These large pianos weigh anywhere between 500 and 700 lbs. while smaller upright pianos such as consoles and spinets, usually weigh in the 300 to 500 lbs range. For example, a Steinway & Sons Model B which measures 6’11” in length weighs approx. Pianos vary greatly in weight depending on their type and size. The combination of thick pieces of lumber, the heavy cast iron plate (sometimes called a harp), and numerous other components make the piano one of the heaviest instruments on the market today. The Cast Iron Plate – Plate Holes How much does a piano weigh?
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