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APF Powerlifting Records
APF accounts for 65,039 competition entries from 28,143 lifters across 2 countries in the OpenPowerlifting archive. The records below are the top qualifying lifts recorded under APF, broken out by weight class, age division, and equipment for squat, bench, deadlift, and total. Use the filter to narrow by weight class, age, equipment, or tested status, or scroll for the default top records by lift.
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The APF is the US affiliate of the World Powerlifting Congress (WPC). These are APF national records; lifts set at WPC-sanctioned events may also count toward the WPC record book. The APF is untested, so these records are not drug-tested. The heaviest total recorded in APF competition is Dave Hoff's 1,367.5 kg (3,015 lb) at Equipped Nationals in 2018. USA hosts the most APF competition, with 65,007 entries on file. Competition activity peaked in 2022, the busiest year on record with 3,772 entries.
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APF Total Records
| Rank | Lifter | Class | Sex | Equip | Age | Tested | Load | Meet | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Dave Hoff | 140 kg309 lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 1,367.5 kg3,015 lb | APF · Equipped Nationals | 2018-06-08 · 8 yr |
| 02 | Chris Della Fave | 125 kg276 lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 1,260.0 kg2,778 lb | APF · Asylum Rising | 2020-07-25 · 6 yr |
| 03 | Brian Carroll | — | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 1,224.7 kg2,700 lb | APF · Orlando Barbell Classic | 2010-10-30 · 15 yr |
| 04 | Bruce Mason | 140 kg309 lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 1,224.7 kg2,700 lb | APF · North of the Border | 2020-11-07 · 5 yr |
| 05 | Matthew Smith | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 1,212.5 kg2,673 lb | APF · Senior Nationals | 2006-06-02 · 20 yr |
| 06 | Jeremy Frey | 125 kg276 lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 1,210.0 kg2,668 lb | APF · Spring Open | 2009-03-22 · 17 yr |
| 07 | Daniel Bell | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 1,210.0 kg2,668 lb | APF · Showdown at the Storm | 2020-07-25 · 6 yr |
| 08 | Chad Walker | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 1,200.0 kg2,646 lb | APF · Senior Nationals | 2014-06-06 · 12 yr |
| 09 | Garry Frank | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Multi-ply | 35-39 | No | 1,197.5 kg2,640 lb | APF · Senior Nationals & WPO Qualifier | 2002-06-14 · 24 yr |
| 10 | Henry Thomason | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 1,197.5 kg2,640 lb | APF · Texas Cup | 2011-11-05 · 14 yr |
APF Squat Records
| Rank | Lifter | Class | Sex | Equip | Age | Tested | Load | Meet | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Dave Hoff | 140 kg309 lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 555.0 kg1,224 lb | APF · Equipped Nationals | 2018-06-08 · 8 yr |
| 02 | Henry Thomason | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 547.5 kg1,207 lb | APF · Texas Cup | 2011-11-05 · 14 yr |
| 03 | Joe Stein | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 546.6 kg1,205 lb | APF · To Hell and Back Fall Brawl | 2020-11-28 · 5 yr |
| 04 | Brian Carroll | — | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 519.4 kg1,145 lb | APF · Orlando Barbell Classic | 2010-10-30 · 15 yr |
| 05 | Matthew Smith | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 517.5 kg1,141 lb | APF · Senior Nationals | 2006-06-02 · 20 yr |
| 06 | Tyler Butcher | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Single-ply | 24-34 | No | 517.5 kg1,141 lb | APF · Western Ohio Open | 2022-06-04 · 4 yr |
| 07 | Jason Ehlert | 125 kg276 lb | M | Multi-ply | 40-44 | No | 510.0 kg1,125 lb | APF · Armed Forces Big Iron Meet | 2021-05-22 · 5 yr |
| 08 | Daniel Clarke | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Multi-ply | 35-39 | No | 510.0 kg1,125 lb | APF · Twin Cities Barbell Holiday Throwdown VII | 2021-11-13 · 4 yr |
| 09 | John Bernor | 140 kg309 lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 503.5 kg1,110 lb | APF · CandyAzz Classic | 2007-02-17 · 19 yr |
| 10 | Bruce Mason | 140 kg309 lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 503.5 kg1,110 lb | APF · North of the Border | 2020-11-07 · 5 yr |
APF Bench Press Records
| Rank | Lifter | Class | Sex | Equip | Age | Tested | Load | Meet | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Jimmy Kolb | 140 kg309 lb | M | Unlimited | 35-39 | No | 612.4 kg1,350 lb | APF · Summer Heat | 2026-07-11 · 2 mo |
| 02 | Eric Affolter | 140 kg309 lb | M | Unlimited | 24-34 | No | 469.5 kg1,035 lb | APF · Ohio Cup | 2026-02-07 · 7 mo |
| 03 | Scot Mendelson | 125 kg276 lb | M | Multi-ply | 40-44 | No | 467.5 kg1,031 lb | APF · Holiday Festival of Strength | 2009-12-12 · 16 yr |
| 04 | Gene Rychlak | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Multi-ply | 35-39 | No | 458.1 kg1,010 lb | APF · Metal Militia Memorial | 2006-12-16 · 19 yr |
| 05 | Dave Hoff | 140 kg309 lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 442.5 kg976 lb | APF · Equipped Nationals | 2018-06-08 · 8 yr |
| 06 | Barzeen Vaziri | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 437.5 kg965 lb | APF · Pressing the Pieces Together | 2019-04-27 · 7 yr |
| 07 | Rob Luyando | 140 kg309 lb | M | Multi-ply | 40-44 | No | 435.0 kg959 lb | APF · Jose Garcia Holly Jolly Meet | 2012-12-15 · 13 yr |
| 08 | Ben Pauli | 125 kg276 lb | M | Unlimited | — | No | 430.9 kg950 lb | APF · Summer Heat | 2026-07-11 · 2 mo |
| 09 | Tiny Meeker | 110+ kg243+ lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 427.5 kg943 lb | APF · Scot Mendelson Bench Press Classic | 2006-02-18 · 20 yr |
| 10 | Glenn Russo | 140 kg309 lb | M | Multi-ply | — | No | 421.8 kg930 lb | APF · Bench Off | 2007-05-26 · 19 yr |
APF Deadlift Records
| Rank | Lifter | Class | Sex | Equip | Age | Tested | Load | Meet | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Gary Heisey | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Single-ply | — | No | 417.5 kg921 lb | APF · Senior Nationals | 1990-07-28 · 36 yr |
| 02 | Daniel Bell | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Raw | 35-39 | No | 412.5 kg910 lb | APF · Showdown at the Storm | 2022-05-28 · 4 yr |
| 03 | Tyson Ridenour | 90 kg198 lb | M | Raw | 20-23 | No | 412.5 kg910 lb | APF · Culture Fitness Fashion Expo | 2025-08-09 · 1 yr |
| 04 | Garry Frank | 140+ kg309+ lb | M | Multi-ply | 35-39 | No | 410.0 kg904 lb | APF · Senior Nationals & WPO Qualifier | 2002-06-14 · 24 yr |
| 05 | Chris Della Fave | 125 kg276 lb | M | Multi-ply | 24-34 | No | 407.5 kg899 lb | APF · Asylum Rising | 2020-07-25 · 6 yr |
| 06 | Roy Orrantia | 140 kg309 lb | M | Wraps | 24-34 | No | 400.0 kg882 lb | APF · National Championships | 2022-06-03 · 4 yr |
| 07 | Ed Coan | 100 kg220 lb | M | Single-ply | 20-23 | No | 392.5 kg866 lb | APF · Senior Nationals | 1986-06-28 · 40 yr |
| 08 | Scott Warman | 125 kg276 lb | M | Multi-ply | 35-39 | No | 392.5 kg866 lb | APF · Senior Nationals | 1992-07-25 · 34 yr |
| 09 | Gus Rethwisch | 125 kg276 lb | M | Single-ply | 35-39 | No | 392.4 kg865 lb | APF · Central Oregon Meet | 1986-01-25 · 40 yr |
| 10 | Jose Garcia | 125 kg276 lb | M | Multi-ply | 35-39 | No | 390.0 kg860 lb | APF · Senior Nationals | 2012-06-01 · 14 yr |
APF Record FAQs
What is the highest men's total in APF competition?
The highest men's total in APF competition is 1,367.5 kg (3,015 lb), set by Dave Hoff (140 kg class, multi-ply) at Equipped Nationals in 2018.
What is the highest men's raw total in APF competition?
The highest men's raw total in APF competition is 982.5 kg (2,166 lb), set by Brian Siders (140+ kg class) at Ultimate Raw Championships in 2011.
What is the highest women's total in APF competition?
The highest women's total in APF competition is 932.5 kg (2,056 lb), set by Leah Reichman (110+ kg class, multi-ply) at Womens Pro/Am in 2023.
What is the highest women's raw total in APF competition?
The highest women's raw total in APF competition is 730.3 kg (1,610 lb), set by April Mathis (90+ kg class) at Southern States in 2011.
What is the heaviest men's squat in APF competition?
The heaviest men's squat in APF competition is 555 kg (1,224 lb), set by Dave Hoff (140 kg class, multi-ply) at Equipped Nationals in 2018.
What is the heaviest men's raw squat in APF competition?
The heaviest men's raw squat in APF competition is 410 kg (904 lb), set by Troy Nash (140 kg class, no knee wraps) at Summer Heat V in 2009.
What is the heaviest women's squat in APF competition?
The heaviest women's squat in APF competition is 432.5 kg (954 lb), set by Leah Reichman (110+ kg class, multi-ply) at Womens Pro/Am in 2023.
What is the heaviest women's raw squat in APF competition?
The heaviest women's raw squat in APF competition is 279.0 kg (615 lb), set by April Mathis (90+ kg class, no knee wraps) at Southern States in 2011.
What is the heaviest men's bench press in APF competition?
The heaviest men's bench press in APF competition is 612.4 kg (1,350 lb), set by Jimmy Kolb (140 kg class, unlimited gear) at Summer Heat in 2026.
What is the heaviest men's raw bench press in APF competition?
The heaviest men's raw bench press in APF competition is 323.5 kg (713 lb), set by Scot Mendelson (140+ kg class) at West Coast Push/Pull Champs in 2003.
What is the heaviest women's bench press in APF competition?
The heaviest women's bench press in APF competition is 272.5 kg (601 lb), set by Becca Swanson (90+ kg class, multi-ply) at Big Iron In-House Open in 2008.
What is the heaviest women's raw bench press in APF competition?
The heaviest women's raw bench press in APF competition is 188.2 kg (415 lb), set by April Mathis (90+ kg class) at Southern States in 2011.
What is the heaviest men's deadlift in APF competition?
The heaviest men's deadlift in APF competition is 417.5 kg (921 lb), set by Gary Heisey (140+ kg class, single-ply) at Senior Nationals in 1990.
What is the heaviest men's raw deadlift in APF competition?
The heaviest men's raw deadlift in APF competition is 412.5 kg (910 lb), set by Daniel Bell (140+ kg class) at Showdown at the Storm in 2022.
What is the heaviest women's deadlift in APF competition?
The heaviest women's deadlift in APF competition is 300 kg (662 lb), set by Crystal Tate (100 kg class, multi-ply) at Chicago Summer Bash 19 in 2022.
What is the heaviest women's raw deadlift in APF competition?
The heaviest women's raw deadlift in APF competition is 267.5 kg (590 lb), set by April Mathis (90+ kg class) at Southern States in 2014.