Tyrannosaurus rex
A kind of dinosaur · also called T. rex, T-rex, Tyrannosaur
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A giant carnivorous dinosaur that stretched over 40 feet (12.3 m) long and weighed more than eight tons.
It was one of the largest land predators in Earth's history, growing noticeably bulkier than related tyrannosaurids like Albertosaurus and Gorgosaurus. Fossil specimens show a wide range in adult mass, though researchers still debate whether size differences reflect distinct sexes or simply older individuals. Despite having a heavy skull and immense hind legs, its two-clawed arms were surprisingly small, measuring only about 3 feet (1 m) long.
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Tyrannosaurus is a genus of large theropod dinosaur. The type species Tyrannosaurus rex, often shortened to T. rex or colloquially T-Rex, is one of the best represented theropods.
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Questions people ask
- How big was a Tyrannosaurus rex?
- A Tyrannosaurus rex was about 40.4 feet (12.3 m) long, stood 13.1 feet (4 m) tall, and weighed around 18,500 pounds (8,400 kg). That makes it roughly as long as a school bus and heavier than an adult African elephant.
- How much space does a Tyrannosaurus rex take up?
- About 11 yd³ (8.4 m³), the volume of its body.
Weight
9.26 US tons (8.4 tonnes)
- Space it takes up
- 11 yd³ (8.4 m³)
- Length
- 40.4 ft (12.3 m)
- Height
- 13.1 ft (4 m)
Quick answer
A Tyrannosaurus rex was about 40.4 feet (12.3 m) long, stood 13.1 feet (4 m) tall, and weighed around 18,500 pounds (8,400 kg). That makes it roughly as long as a school bus and heavier than an adult African elephant.
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