Estimate hanging and packaged weight, total cost, and freezer space for a ranch share. Works without JavaScript (submit the form). Numbers are planning aids only.
Estimates
Hanging weight
360 lb to 440 lb
Finished / packaged weight
216 lb to 308 lb
Total cost (price, processing and required fees entered)
$3,618.00 to $4,422.00
Cost per finished lb
$14.36/lb to $16.75/lb
Freezer space (rule of thumb)
6.2 cu ft to 10.3 cu ft (about 1 cu ft per 30 to 35 lb packaged)
Freezer size hint
A mid-size chest freezer (about 7 to 12 cu ft) is a common fit.
How this was figured: $10.05/lb hanging weight, about $14.36-$16.75/lb finished at a typical 60-70% yield, processing included.
Typical yield percentages are estimates, not guarantees. Processing fees vary by butcher. Confirm weights and totals with your seller.