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Most home gun safes weigh between 400 and 1,500 lbs empty. Here’s a rough guide by size:
Weight goes up with thicker steel, more fire insulation and a thicker door, so a heavier safe usually means more protection. Fill it with long guns, ammo and valuables and you can add another 150–300 lbs or more.
That weight is why delivery matters. At Eastern Security Safe Co., a family-owned safe retailer since 1994 with showrooms in Mendon and West Springfield, Massachusetts, our own crews deliver and install safes of every size, and delivery is priced by weight.
Weights below are empty shipping weights as listed for each model at easternsecuritysafe.com (October 2026). Sizes and weights vary by configuration, so confirm the exact model before you plan delivery.
| Series | Model | Weight | Gun capacity | Fire rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BX Series | BX24 | 386 lbs | 24 | 1200°F / 45 min |
| Rawhide | RW33 / RW49 / RW49T | 645 / 815 / 930 lbs | 33–49 | 1550°F / 80 min |
| Hells Canyon | HC33 / HC49 / HC65 | 700 / 875 / 1,055 lbs | 33–65 | 1680°F / 90 min |
| 1878 Series | 1878-33 / 1878-49 / 1878-65 | 715 / 890 / 1,070 lbs | 33–65 | 1680°F / 90 min |
| Silver | SR33 / SR49 / SR49T / SR65T | 730 / 910 / 1,050 / 1,275 lbs | 33–65 | 1680°F / 100 min |
| Medallion | M33 / M49 / M49T / M65 / M65T | 895 / 1,105 / 1,315 / 1,380 / 1,510 lbs | 33–65 | 1700°F / 110 min |
| Platinum Plus | PP49 / PP49T / PP65T | 1,425 / 1,620 / 1,920 lbs | 49–65 | 1750°F / 120 min |
| TL-30 Pro | TL-30 Pro | 3,090 lbs | 52 | 1750°F / 120 min |
| Series | Model | Weight | Gun capacity | Fire rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger | GC-15 / GC-20 / GC-30 / GC-45 | 450 / 520 / 625 / 915 lbs | 15–52 | 1200°F / 60 min |
| Victory | VT-15 / VT-20 / VT-30 / VT-40 / VT-45 | 450 / 510 / 625 / 750 / 900 lbs | 15–52 | 1400°F / 60 min |
| Trophy | TY-25 / TY-40 / TY-50 | 695 / 895 / 1,075 lbs | 24–52 | 1200°F / 120 min |
| Triumph | TR-25 / TR-40 / TR-50 / TR-60 | 930 / 1,200 / 1,480 / 1,610 lbs | 36–64 | 1750°F / 120 min |
| Crown | CR-40 / CR-50 / CR-60 | 1,260 / 1,560 / 1,730 lbs | 49–64 | 1750°F / 120 min |
| Series | Model | Weight | Gun capacity | Fire rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master | SM-25 / SM-30 / SM-40 / SM-50 / SM-60 / SM-75 | 790 / 850 / 1,015 / 1,225 / 1,340 / 1,590 lbs | 36–102 | 1650°F / 90 min |
Pattern to notice: two safes with the same gun capacity can differ by 500+ lbs. A Browning RW49 (815 lbs) and a Browning Platinum Plus PP49 (1,425 lbs) hold the same 49 guns. The extra weight is steel and fire protection.
Steel is measured in gauge, and a lower number means thicker steel. Entry-level safes often use 12- or 14-gauge steel. Step-up models use 11- or 10-gauge, and flagship safes use 7-gauge or 3/16″ plate. Each step adds real weight across the body and door.
Fire protection comes from layers of fireboard lining the walls, ceiling and door. More layers mean a longer fire rating and more pounds. That’s why weight climbs steadily from a 45-minute rating to a 120-minute rating in the charts above.
Heavier safes use thicker, multi-step doors with more and larger locking bolts. The door alone on a premium safe can weigh several hundred pounds.
More cubic feet means more steel and more insulation. Within a series, the tall “T” models and extra-wide 65-gun models are always the heaviest.
Shipping weight is empty. A loaded safe weighs more. A typical long gun weighs about 6–10 lbs, so 24 rifles can add 150–250 lbs before ammo, handguns, documents or a door organizer.
A heavy safe is hard to tip, pry or carry away. Burglars rarely have the time or equipment to move 800+ lbs, especially once the safe is bolted to the floor.
Weight tells you whether a spot on the main floor, a basement slab or an upper floor makes sense, and whether stairs are an option at all. For floor and placement advice, see where to put a gun safe.
Moving a safe safely takes a trained crew, stair climbers and the right equipment. That’s why our delivery pricing is tiered by weight.
| Safe weight | Curbside | Main floor / garage | Upstairs / downstairs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100–450 lbs | Included | $225 | $400 |
| 451–750 lbs | Included | $275 | $525 |
| 751–999 lbs | Included | $425 | $675 |
| 1,000–1,200 lbs | Included | $625 | $900 |
| 1,201+ lbs | Call for pricing | Call for pricing | Call for pricing |
Pricing applies within 50 miles of the showroom. Beyond 50 miles, add $2 per mile. Beyond 100 miles, call for a quote. Bolt-down anchoring is an additional $100. See delivery pricing for full details.
Example: a Browning BX24 (386 lbs) delivered to a main floor falls in the first tier, $225. A Browning Medallion M33 (895 lbs) falls in the 751–999 lb tier, $425 main floor or $675 up or down stairs.
How much does an average gun safe weigh? Most home gun safes weigh 400–1,500 lbs empty. A typical 24- to 33-gun safe weighs about 400–900 lbs.
How much does a Browning gun safe weigh? Browning gun safes range from 386 lbs (BX24) to 1,920 lbs (Platinum Plus PP65T). The commercial-grade TL-30 Pro weighs 3,090 lbs.
How much does a Browning Medallion safe weigh? Between 895 lbs (M33) and 1,510 lbs (M65T).
How much does an older Browning ProSteel safe weigh? It depends on the model and size. Check the label inside the door for the model number and call us. As a guide, current Browning safes of similar size weigh about 645–1,425 lbs for 33- to 49-gun models.
How much does a Champion gun safe weigh? Champion gun safes range from about 450 lbs (Challenger GC-15 and Victory VT-15) to 1,730 lbs (Crown CR-60).
How much does a full gun safe weigh? Add the contents to the empty weight. Long guns weigh about 6–10 lbs each, so a full 24-gun safe can weigh 150–250 lbs more than its listed weight, plus ammo and valuables.
Can two people move a gun safe? Not safely. Even a small 400-lb safe needs proper equipment, and anything over 600 lbs needs a trained crew. Safes are top-heavy and can tip on stairs.
How much does it cost to deliver a gun safe? At Eastern Security Safe Co., curbside delivery is included within 50 miles. In-home delivery runs from $225 to $900 depending on weight and stairs. Safes over 1,200 lbs are quoted individually.
Is a heavier gun safe better? Usually. Extra weight typically comes from thicker steel and more fire insulation. Compare the steel gauge and fire rating, not just the weight.
Not sure how heavy your safe will be or whether it’ll make it down the stairs? Tell us the model and where it’s going, and we’ll quote delivery up front. Or visit either showroom to see the safes in person.
Mendon Showroom: 23 Providence Street, Mendon, MA 01756 · 508-473-1048 West Springfield Showroom: 13 Bosworth Street, West Springfield, MA 01089 · 413-781-1048 Toll free: 877-644-7233
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Most home gun safes weigh between 400 and 1,500 lbs empty. Here’s a rough guide by size: Weight goes up with thicker steel, more fire insulation and a thicker door,