Free Tool

    Encumbrance Calculator

    Calculate D&D 5e carrying capacity and encumbrance. Track items and their weights to manage your character's load.

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    Character

    Goliath, Firbolg, Bugbear, etc.

    Optional rules with encumbrance penalties

    Total Weight
    64.0 lbs
    Carrying Capacity
    150 lbs
    0 lbs150 (Max)
    No penalties

    Inventory

    lbs
    ×3.0 lbs
    lbs
    ×55.0 lbs
    lbs
    ×6.0 lbs
    lbs
    Longsword (3 lb)
    Shortsword (2 lb)
    Greatsword (6 lb)
    Dagger (1 lb)
    Handaxe (2 lb)
    Battleaxe (4 lb)
    Greataxe (7 lb)
    Longbow (2 lb)
    Shortbow (2 lb)
    Crossbow, Light (5 lb)
    Crossbow, Heavy (18 lb)
    Shield (6 lb)

    Capacity Reference

    150
    Carrying Capacity (lbs)
    300
    Push/Drag/Lift (lbs)
    86.0
    Remaining Capacity (lbs)

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    Encumbrance Tips

    • Carrying capacity = STR × 15 pounds
    • Push/Drag/Lift = Carrying capacity × 2
    • Variant rules add penalties at STR×5 and STR×10
    • Large creatures double carrying capacity
    • Powerful Build also doubles capacity
    • 50 coins weigh 1 pound

    How to Use

    1. 1.Enter your Strength score
    2. 2.Select your creature size
    3. 3.Add items and their weights
    4. 4.Optionally enable variant encumbrance
    5. 5.View your encumbrance status
    6. 6.Adjust inventory as needed

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