Athletics Measurements and Weights Guide
11 Nov 2025
Measurements and weights provided below are in association with Athletics Australia’s 2025-2026 Australian Championship Entry Standards and Little Athletics' Standard Rules for Competition in Australia 2025-2026.
Little Athletics Australia has determined a list of Standard Event Specifications for the Under 9 to Under 15 age groups as well as a recommended list of Standard Events and Specifications for the Under 6 to Under 8 age groups.
| EVENT | Open | U23 | U20 | U18 | U17 | U16 | U15 | U14 | U13 | U12 | U11 | U10 | U9 | U8 | U7 | U6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHOT PUT | 4kg | 4kg | 4kg | 3kg | 3kg | 3kg | 3kg | 3kg | 3kg | 2kg | 2kg | 2kg | 2kg | 1kg | 1kg | 1kg |
| DISCUS | 1kg | 1kg | 1kg | 1kg | 1kg | 1kg | 1kg | 1kg | 750g | 750g | 500g | 500g | 500g | 500g | 350g | 350g |
| JAVELIN | 600g | 600g | 600g | 500g | 500g | 500g | 500g | 400g | 400g | 400g | 400g | N/A | N/A | Vortex 300g | Vortex 300g | Vortex 300g |
| HURDLES - Race length and hurdle Heights | 100m - 84cm | 100m - 84cm | 100m - 84cm | 100m - 76.2cm | 100m - 76cm | 90m - 76cm | 90m - 76cm | 80m - 76cm | 80m - 76cm | 80m - 68cm | 80m - 60cm | 60m - 60cm | 60m - 45cm | 60m - 45cm | 60m - 30cm | 60m - 20cm |
| EVENT | Open | U23 | U20 | U18 | U17 | U16 | U15 | U14 | U13 | U12 | U11 | U10 | U9 | U8 | U7 | U6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHOT PUT | 7.26kg | 7.26kg | 6kg | 5kg | 5kg | 4kg | 4kg | 3kg | 3kg | 2kg | 2kg | 2kg | 2kg | 1.5kg | 1kg | 1kg |
| DISCUS | 2kg | 2kg | 1.75kg | 1.5kg | 1.5kg | 1kg | 1kg | 1kg | 750g | 750g | 500g | 500g | 500g | 500g | 350g | 350g |
| JAVELIN | 800g | 800g | 800g | 700g | 700g | 700g | 700g | 600g | 600g | 400g | 400g | N/A | N/A | Vortex 300g | Vortex 300g | Vortex 300g |
| HURDLES - Race length and hurdle Heights | 110m - 106.7cm | 110m - 106.7cm | 110m - 99.1cm | 100m - 91.4cm | 100m - 76cm | 100m - 76cm | 100m - 76cm | 90m - 76cm | 80m - 76cm | 80m - 68cm | 80m - 60cm | 60m - 60cm | 60m - 45cm | 60m - 45cm | 60m - 30cm | 60m - 20cm |
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HART Competition Shot Puts
HART Competition Shot Puts are "Turned" cast iron Shot Puts for optimum performance. Available in weights 500g-7.26kg 500g - Pink - 65mm (D) 1kg - Royal Blue - 80mm (D) 1.5kg - Yellow - 80mm (D) 2kg - Orange - 80mm (D) 3kg -...
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HART Practice Shot Puts
HART Practice Shot Puts are great for training session or non-competition level. The "Unturned" practice shot puts are made in an iron cast and may not necessarily conform to competition specifications. 1 kg - Royal Blue - 66mm (D) 1.5 kg - Yellow - 75mm...
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HART Safety Practice Shot Put
The HART Safety Practice Shot Put is perfect for young athletes to learn the basic skills shot put. Constructed from durable, pliable PVC for safety, this modified shotput weighs 600g allowing young throwers to replicate the correct actions and build confidence. Ideal for primary...
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HART Synthetic Discus
Mid-level rim weight of 70%, the HART Synthetic Discus is suitable for novice to intermediate throwers. Synthetic body with steel rim offers good flight characteristics.
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HART Super Spin Discus
With a rim weight at 80%, the HART Super Spin Discus is premium discus ideal for experienced throwers seeking better carry and stability in flight. Features ABS plastic body with steel rim provides durability against high impact landings.
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HART Rubber Discus
The HART Rubber Discus is perfect for school use and practice sessions. Its molded rubber design and center-weighting make it suitable for beginner discus throwers, aiding in the development of proper technique and balance.
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HART International Javelins
HART International Javelins are our premium range of competition Javelins. The International Javelins are made from high-quality Dura Aluminium with a steelhead and cord grip. The 600g, 700g and 800g are World Athletics approved. 400g - Pink 500g - Green 600g - Orange - World...
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HART Aero Javelins
The HART Aero Javelin is constructed using special aluminium alloy with a cord grip, making it an ideal javelin for training.
400g - Black
500g - Yellow
600g - Red
700g - Green
800g - Blue
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