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What Size Elevator Fits a Piano?

An upright piano (58"×24"×48") fits most freight elevators but is too heavy for most residential elevators. See your options.

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Key Measurement

Upright on board: 58"×24" floor footprint. Weight + crew must be under elevator capacity.

Standard Dimensions

Item: Upright: 58"W × 24"D × 48"H (400–800 lbs). Baby grand: 58"W × 60"L (500–700 lbs).

Space: Freight elevator: 84"D × 96"W, 3,000–5,000 lb capacity. Residential: 2,000–2,500 lbs.

Actual clear openings are usually 1–2″ smaller than the labeled size.

Your exact dimensions probably aren't "standard." Small measurement errors cause big problems — 1 inch can be the difference between fitting and getting stuck.

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What to Measure

1Piano dimensions — upright: 58"W × 24"D × 48"H. On its back (piano board): 58"W × 48"H × 24"D
2Elevator weight capacity — residential: 2,000–2,500 lbs; freight: 3,000–5,000 lbs. Piano + dolly + crew adds up fast
3Elevator door width — upright piano (24" deep) going depth-first needs 26"+ door. Width (58") matters for freight door
4Elevator interior dimensions — depth and width must accommodate the piano footprint (24"×58" minimum)

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Exceeding the elevator weight limit — a 600 lb piano + 80 lb dolly + 3 crew members (525 lbs) = 1,205 lbs; check if that's under the rated capacity
Using the passenger elevator — even if the dimensions work, building management often requires the freight elevator for pianos due to weight and potential damage
Not booking the elevator in advance — piano moves require reserved elevator time; most buildings need 48-hour notice for freight elevator access

Frequently Asked Questions

What elevator size for an upright piano?

An upright piano on a piano board (24"×58") fits any elevator with 60"+ width and 28"+ depth. The weight (400–800 lbs) is the real constraint — check the elevator weight capacity and use the freight elevator.

What about grand pianos?

A baby grand with legs removed (58"×60") fits in large freight elevators (48"+ door). Full grands (58"×72") usually won't fit in any elevator and need crane hoisting through a window. Budget $500–2,000 for crane service.

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