What is the dry weight per 100-foot section of 5-inch hose?

• A. 110 to 115 pounds per 100-foot section
• B. 960 to 965 pounds
• C. 60 to 70 pounds
• D. 200 to 210 pounds

Answer: (A)

Knowing the typical dry weight of large-diameter fire hose per length is essential for handling and planning, and for a 5-inch hose the standard figure is about 110 to 115 pounds per 100-foot section. That range comes from the hose’s construction—the thick jacket, lining, and couplings add substantial weight, but it’s still within a practical, routinely cited spec used by departments and manufacturers.

Why this range fits best: it reflects real-world expectations for a 5-inch hose’s dry weight, giving a workable number for estimating how much a nozzle crew, or a pumper operator, must move or lift, and for calculating the total weight of hose stretched out along a run.

Why the other numbers don’t fit: 960–965 pounds would imply an unrealistically heavy load for 100 feet of 5-inch hose (nearly 10 pounds per foot, which isn’t in line with hose construction). 60–70 pounds is more typical of smaller-diameter hose, not 5-inch. 200–210 pounds is higher than the standard dry weight for a 100-foot section and would suggest extra fittings or a larger section than ordinary.