BMI for 173 cm and 120 kg
A person 173 cm (5'8") tall weighing 120 kg (265 lbs) has a BMI of 40.1 — classified as Obese. The healthy weight range for this height is 55.4–74.5 kg.
Your BMI
40.1
Category
Obese
Under 18.518.5–24.925–29.930+
Healthy weight range: 55.4–74.5 kg
What does this BMI mean?
A BMI of 40.1 sits in the Obese range under the standard WHO adult classification. This range is linked to increased risk of several chronic conditions. A clinician can help interpret it with other measures.
For someone 173 cm tall, weights between 55.4 kg and 74.5 kg fall in the BMI 18.5–24.9 normal range. That's roughly 122–164 lbs.
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Last updated: 2026