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How much do tomatoes weigh?
Tomatoes can weigh from half an ounce to 16 ounces (14 to 455 grams), depending on their size, variety, ripeness and other factors.
Small tomatoes, like cherry, grape and plum varieties, usually weigh half an ounce to 3 ounces (14 to 85 grams).
Medium tomatoes, such as those found in groceries, weigh 4 to 8 ounces (113 to 226 grams), while large or beefsteak tomatoes weigh 16 ounces or more (455 grams above).
Here’s a table of the weight of tomatoes depending on variety and the average number of fruits per pound and kilogram.
| Variety | Weight in ounces | Fruits for every pound | Weight in grams | Fruits for every kilogram |
| Beefsteak | 8 to 64 | 1 to 2 | 227 to 1814 | 1 to 4 |
| Cherry | 0.5 to 2 | 8 to 32 | 14 to 57 | 17 to 71 |
| Grape | 1 to 2 | 5 to 16 | 28 to 85 | 12 to 36 |
| Plum | 1 to 2 | 8 to 16 | 28 to 57 | 17 to 36 |
| Roma | 2 to 5 | 3 to 8 | 57 to 142 | 7 to 18 |
Factors Influencing Tomato Weight
The weight of tomatoes depends on their size, ripeness, variety and flavor. Let’s discuss each factor and how they affect tomato weight.
1. Size
The United States Department of Agriculture designated four standard tomato sizes – small, medium, large and extra large. These sizes depend on the diameter of the tomatoes.
The minimum diameter of a tomato is measured at a right angle from the stem to the blossom end to make sure that the tomato can support its own weight.
The maximum diameter, on the other hand, means the tomato can pass through a round opening at any designated diameter and position.
Larger tomatoes like beefsteak of heirloom varieties weigh more than small tomatoes like cherry or grape varieties.
Here’s a table of the size of tomatoes measured by diameters and their respective weights.
| Size | MinimumInches (cm) | Maximum Inches (cm) | Average weight Ounce (grams) | Average weight Pounds (kilograms) | Average calories |
| Small | 2.125 in (5.398 cm) | 2.281 in (5.794 cm) | 3 oz (85 grams) | 0.08-0.17 lb (0.035-0.075 kg) | 6 to 14 kcal |
| Medium | 2.250 in (5.715 cm) | 2.531 in (5.794) | 5 oz (141 grams) | 0.17-0.33 lb (0.075-0.15 kg) | 14 to 27 kcal |
| Large | 2.500 in (6.350 cm) | 2.781 in (6.429 cm) | 7 oz (198 grams) | 0.33-0.55 lb (0.15-0.25 kg) | 27 to 45 kcal |
| Extra Large | 2.75 in (6.895 cm) | N/A | 36 oz (1,020 grams) | 0.55-0.99 lb (0.25-0.45 kg) | 45 to 81 kcal |
2. Variety
Tomato weight also depends on the variety. Below are the average weight of the most common tomato varieties and their types.
1. Beefsteak Tomatoes
First things first, these tomatoes do not taste like beef steak. They’re called “beefsteak” because they are so big you can easily slice them like beef steak and place them on a sandwich.
They’re the biggest of all tomato varieties weighing between 8 to 64 ounces (227 to 1,814 grams).
Beefsteak tomato plants can produce dozens of fruits in a single growing season. You’ll get more if you choose an indeterminate type since they will keep producing fruits all throughout the season.
Below is the table of beefsteak tomato varieties and their weights.
| Beefsteak Tomato Variety | Weight ounces (grams) |
| Beefsteak Organic | 16 to 32 oz (454 to 907 grams) |
| Better Boy Hybrid | 16 oz (454 grams) |
| Brandywine Red | 16 to 32 oz (454 to 907 grams) |
| Cherokee Purple | 13 oz (369 grams) |
| Heritage Hybrid | 16 oz (454 grams) |
| Hungarian Heart | 8 to 16 oz (227 to 454 grams) |
| Jersey Boy Hybrid | 8 to 10 oz (227 to 283 grams) |
| Orange Wellington Hybrid | 12 oz (340 grams) |
| Patty’s Yellow-Striped Beefsteak | 10 to 16 oz (283 to 454 grams) |
| Pink Pounder Hybrid | 16 oz (454 grams) |
| Porterhouse Hybrid | 32 to 64 oz (907 to 1,814 grams) |
| SteakHouse Hybrid | 24 to 48 oz (680 to 1,361 grams) |
| Sunny Boy Hybrid | 16 oz (454 grams) |
| Super Beefsteak | 17 oz (482 grams) |
2. Roma Tomatoes
Compared with cherry or grape tomatoes, Roma tomatoes are larger as they weigh between 2 to 5 ounces (57 to 142 grams).
Although they’re still considered small tomatoes, this variety still produces large yields, even up to hundreds of tomatoes, in a single season.
Below is the table for the Roma tomato varieties and their respective weights.
| Roma Tomato Variety | Weight Ounces (grams) |
| Orange Roma | 3 to 4 oz (85 to 113 grams) |
| Roma VF | 2 oz (57 grams) |
| Roma Grande | 4 oz (113 grams) |
| Roma Organic | 2 oz (57 grams) |
| Tangerine Mama Hybrid | 3 to 4 oz (85 to 113 grams) |
| Roma | 2 oz (57 grams) |
| Fresh Salsa Hybrid | 4 to 5 oz (113 to 142 grams) |
3. Cherry Tomatoes
Cherry tomatoes are one of the tiniest tomatoes in existence. They weigh from 0.5 to 2 ounces (14 to 57 grams).
Luckily, you can harvest hundreds of tomatoes in a single planting season despite their small size. You can get more cherry tomatoes when you choose indeterminate varieties since they will continue producing fruits throughout the growing season.
Here’s a table of cherry tomato varieties and their weights in grams and ounces.
| Cherry Tomato Variety | Weight ounces (grams) |
| Black Cherry | 1 to 2 oz (28 to 57 grams) |
| Chadwick Cherry | 1 oz (28 grams) |
| Cherry Baby Hybrid | 1 oz (28 grams) |
| Cherry Roma | 1 oz (28 grams) |
| Gardener’s Delight | 1 oz (28 grams) |
| Honeycomb Hybrid | 0.5 oz (14 grams) |
| Italian Ice Hybrid | 1 oz (28 grams) |
| Sun Gold Hybrid | 1 oz (28 grams) |
| Sunchocola Hybrid | 1 to 2 oz (28 to 57 grams) |
| Super Sweet 100 Hybrid | 1 oz (28 grams) |
4. Grape Tomatoes
Grape tomatoes are slightly larger than cherry tomatoes. They commonly weigh between 1 to 3 ounces (14 to 57 grams).
Like other small tomato varieties, grape tomatoes also offset their size by producing a large yield in a single plant.
Here are the common grape tomatoes and their weights.
| Grape Tomato Variety | Weight ounces (grams) |
| Maglia Rosa | 1 to 3 oz (28 to 85 grams) |
| Napa Grape Hybrid | 1 oz (28 grams) |
| Sweet Zen Hybrid | 1 to 2 oz (28 to 57 grams) |
5. Plum Tomatoes
Plum tomatoes weigh from 1 to 2 ounces (28 to 57 grams). They’re likened to the size of a grape, but plum tomatoes are usually more oval-shaped.
Despite their size, plum tomatoes also produce hundreds of fruits in a single growing season. You’ll even harvest more if you choose indeterminate plum tomato types.
The table below shows the common plum tomato varieties and their weights.
| Plum Tomato Variety | Weight ounces (grams) |
| Juliet Hybrid | 1 oz (28 grams) |
| Shimmer Hybrid | 1 to 2 oz (28 to 57 grams) |
3. Ripeness
Ripe tomatoes weigh more than unripe ones because of their high water content and developed sugars. Some tomato varieties also have thick walls and denser flesh that enable them to contain more water, which adds to their weight.
How many tomatoes are there in a pound?
There can be two large, three medium or four small tomatoes for every pound. If you have small tomato varieties, there can be as many as 20 cherry tomatoes in a pound.
Here’s a quick guide on the number of tomatoes for every pound.
| Type of Tomato | Number of Tomatoes per Pound | Average weight ounces (grams) |
| Large or Beefsteak | 1 to 3 | 5.3 to 15 oz (150 to 450 grams) |
| Medium | 3 to 6 | 2.6 to 5.3 oz (75 to 150 grams) |
| Small | 6 to 13 | 1.2 to 2.6 oz (35 to 75 grams) |
| Cherry | 20 to 45 | 0.35 to 0.7 oz (10 to 20 grams) |
How many tomatoes are there in a kilogram?
Below is a table of the average weight and number of tomatoes in a kilogram.
| Type of Tomato | Number of Tomatoes per Kilogram | Average weight ounces (grams) |
| Large or Beefsteak | 4 to 7 | 5.3 to 15 oz (150 to 450 grams) |
| Medium | 7 to 13 | 2.6 to 5.3 oz (75 to 150 grams) |
| Small | 13 to 29 | 1.2 to 2.6 oz (35 to 75 grams) |
| Cherry | 50 to 100 | 0.35 to 0.7 oz (10 to 20 grams) |
How many cups of tomatoes are in a can?
There are about 2 cups of fresh tomatoes in a 16-oz can.
Here’s a summary of can weights and the number of cups of tomatoes needed to fill them.
| Can weight | Cups of Tomatoes |
| 16 oz | 2 |
| 28 oz | 3 |
| 35 oz | 4 |
How many tomatoes are in a portion?
One portion is equivalent to a medium-sized tomato weighing between 2.6 to 5.3 ounces (75 to 150 grams).
Below is a table of the number of tomatoes needed to meet the recommended portion size for every size.
| Tomato Size | Number of Tomatoes Needed for Every Portion |
| Cherry | 6 |
| Small | 2 |
| Medium | 1 |
| Large | 1/2 |
| Beefsteak | 1/4 |
FAQs on Weighing Tomatoes
On average, you can produce one and a half cups of chopped tomato or 3 cups of pureed tomatoes in every pound.
There can be 106 large, 159 medium or 1,060 cherry tomatoes in every bushel weighing 53 pounds.
There are 25 cherry tomatoes in one pint weighing 10 oz (275 grams).
One pound contains three large or beefsteak tomatoes.
Six medium-sized tomatoes can fit in a 28-oz can.
A cup of freshly-chopped tomato weighs 7.1 ounces (200 grams) and contains 35 calories.
Cherry tomatoes weigh between 0.5 to 1 ounce (15 to 30 grams), while medium or regular-sized tomatoes weigh more at around 5 to 6 ounces (140 to 170 grams).
Large tomatoes have higher nutritional value because of their increased size and weight. However, the nutrients per unit of weight remain constant.
