How Much Does a Brick Weigh?
How much does a brick weigh? A standard modular clay brick, about 3-5/8 by 2-1/4 by 7-5/8 inches, usually weighs about 4 to 5 pounds, with around 4.2 to 4.5 pounds a common figure. Larger bricks, solid paver bricks, and firebrick weigh more. Cored bricks with holes weigh a bit less than solid ones of the same size.
Concrete calculator →Weights by brick type
| Brick type | Approximate size (inches) | Approximate weight |
|---|---|---|
| Modular | 3-5/8 × 2-1/4 × 7-5/8 | 4 to 5 lb |
| Queen | 3 × 2-3/4 × 8 | 4.5 to 5.5 lb |
| King | 3 × 2-5/8 × 9-5/8 | 5 to 6 lb |
| Utility | 3-5/8 × 3-5/8 × 11-5/8 | 8 to 10 lb |
| Clay paver brick | 4 × 2-1/4 × 8 | 5 to 6 lb |
| Standard firebrick | 4-1/2 × 2-1/2 × 9 | 6 to 8 lb |
| Concrete brick | Similar to modular | 5 to 6 lb |
Reclaimed antique bricks vary widely in size and density.
Bricks per square foot
For a single-thickness wall with 3/8 inch mortar joints, plan about 6.75 modular bricks per square foot of wall. For flat paver brick laid in a patio, about 4.5 bricks per square foot is typical for 4 by 8 pavers.
Example: a 100 square foot brick veneer wall needs about 675 bricks, plus 5 to 10 percent for cuts and breakage. At 4.5 pounds each, that is over 3,000 pounds.
Pallet weight
Pallets often carry around 500 bricks, though counts vary. At 4.5 pounds each, 500 bricks weigh about 2,250 pounds plus the pallet. Many pickups cannot safely carry a full pallet. See how much a half-ton pickup can carry and pallet of pavers weight.
Weight of a brick wall
A single-wythe brick veneer wall typically weighs roughly 35 to 45 pounds per square foot including mortar. That load is why veneer needs support from a foundation ledge or steel lintels over openings.
Brick vs concrete block
A brick is small and light enough to lay with one hand. A standard 8x8x16 concrete block weighs about 35 to 40 pounds. See how much a concrete block weighs.
Brick around driveways
Brick and paver borders are a common upgrade along asphalt or concrete driveways. See asphalt driveway brick border.
Estimating a brick project
- Measure wall or patio area in square feet.
- Multiply by bricks per square foot.
- Add 5 to 10 percent for waste.
- Multiply by unit weight for hauling plans.
- Plan mortar: roughly 7 bags of mortar mix per 1,000 modular bricks is a common rough figure, but follow the mortar maker’s guidance.
Bottom line
A standard modular brick weighs about 4 to 5 pounds, with larger and solid bricks heavier. Plan about 6.75 bricks per square foot of wall, and remember a pallet of 500 bricks can weigh well over a ton.
Questions people ask
How much does a standard brick weigh?
About 4 to 5 pounds for a modular clay brick.
How much does a pallet of bricks weigh?
Around 2,000 to 2,500 pounds for about 500 bricks.
How many bricks are in a square foot of wall?
About 6.75 modular bricks.
How much does a firebrick weigh?
Roughly 6 to 8 pounds for a standard dense firebrick.
Are paver bricks heavier than wall bricks?
Solid paver bricks are often slightly heavier.
Related guides
- Asphalt Driveway With a Paver or Brick Border
- How Much Does a Pallet of Pavers Weigh?
- How Much Does a Concrete Block Weigh?
- How Much Gravel Can a Half-Ton Pickup Carry?
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