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Robert Wadlow height
Robert Wadlow is 272 cm (8′ 11″) tall.
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- 272 cm · 8′ 11″ · 107.1 in
- Taller than > 99.9% of men worldwide
- 101.2 cm taller than the average man
- 113.4 cm taller than the average woman
Height as commonly reported for Robert Wadlow; figures can differ slightly between sources.
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Robert Wadlow in feet?
Robert Wadlow is 8′ 11″ tall, which is 272 cm.
Is Robert Wadlow tall?
Yes. At 272 cm, Robert Wadlow is taller than > 99.9% of men worldwide.
Is Robert Wadlow taller than Sultan Kösen?
Yes. Robert Wadlow (272 cm) is 21 cm taller than Sultan Kösen (251 cm).
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