Whole beef
Approximate packaged meat
Based on an average hanging weight of 900–950 lb.
- Mostly boneless cuts
- 540–570 lb about 60%
- With bone-in selections
- 585–620 lb about 65%
Plan your order
Beef buying guide
Here’s a practical estimate of how much packaged beef you’ll bring home and how much freezer room to have ready.
From hanging weight to your freezer
How much meat will I receive?
Half beef
Approximate packaged meat
Based on approximately 450–475 lb hanging weight.
- Mostly boneless cuts
- 270–285 lb about 60%
- With bone-in selections
- 290–310 lb about 65%
These are planning estimates. Your actual take-home amount will vary with the animal, trimming and the specific cuts you select. A mixed cutting order will generally fall between the boneless and bone-in estimates.
Make room before pickup
How much freezer space do I need?
A useful planning rule is roughly one cubic foot of freezer space for every 35–40 lb of packaged beef. Leave a little extra room so cold air can circulate and the boxes are easy to organize.
Your cut choices matter
What fills those boxes?
Steaks
Premium grilling cuts and everyday steaks based on your cutting instructions.
Roasts
A range of oven, slow-cooker and smoker-friendly cuts.
Ground beef
A dependable share of your order for burgers, tacos, casseroles and quick meals.
Other options
Depending on your instructions: stew meat, short ribs, brisket, soup bones and organ meats.
Customer stories
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