BMI for 1.70 m

Complete BMI chart for a person measuring 1.70 m. Ideal weight, WHO classification and interactive calculator.

Ideal weight for 1.70 m (BMI 18.5 – 25)

53.5 – 72.3 kg

BMI chart for 1.70 m

Weight BMI Category
40 kg 13.8 Severe underweight
45 kg 15.6 Severe underweight
50 kg 17.3 Underweight
55 kg 19.0 Normal weight
60 kg 20.8 Normal weight
65 kg 22.5 Normal weight
70 kg 24.2 Normal weight
75 kg 26.0 Overweight
80 kg 27.7 Overweight
85 kg 29.4 Overweight
90 kg 31.1 Obesity class 1
95 kg 32.9 Obesity class 1
100 kg 34.6 Obesity class 1
105 kg 36.3 Obesity class 2
110 kg 38.1 Obesity class 2
115 kg 39.8 Obesity class 2
120 kg 41.5 Obesity class 3
125 kg 43.3 Obesity class 3
130 kg 45.0 Obesity class 3

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Everything about BMI for 1.70 m

For a person measuring 1.70 m, the ideal weight according to the WHO is between 53.5 kg and 72.3 kg, corresponding to a BMI between 18.5 and 25. This range is associated with the lowest risk of weight-related chronic diseases (diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease).

The chart above shows the BMI calculated for each weight from 40 kg to 130 kg in 5 kg increments, for a fixed height of 1.70 m. Each row indicates the corresponding WHO category: severe underweight (< 16.5), underweight (16.5 – 18.5), normal weight (18.5 – 25), overweight (25 – 30), or obesity (> 30).

Remember that BMI is a screening indicator, not a medical diagnosis. It does not distinguish muscle mass from fat mass. For a personalised assessment, consult a healthcare professional (doctor, dietitian, nutritionist).

Frequently asked questions — BMI for 1.70 m

The ideal weight for a height of 1.70 m is between 53.5 kg and 72.3 kg, corresponding to a BMI between 18.5 and 25 according to the WHO.
Divide your weight (in kg) by 1.70² = 2.8900. For example, for 70 kg: 70 / 2.8900 = 24.2.
Overweight starts at a BMI of 25, i.e. a weight of 72.3 kg for a height of 1.70 m.