A Siberian tiger, also called Amur tiger The Siberian tiger holds the title for the largest tiger subspecies, reaching up to 4 meters (13 feet) in total length and weighing as much as 300 kg (660 pounds). (more) Are Tigers Bigger Than Lions? Ask the Chatbot a Question More Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/science/Are-Tigers-Bigger-Than-Lions Feedback Corrections? Updates? Omissions? Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). Feedback Type Select a type (Required) Factual Correction Spelling/Grammar Correction Link Correction Additional Information Other Your Feedback Submit Feedback Thank you for your feedback Our editors will review what you’ve submitted and determine whether to revise the article.

　　External Websites Ask the Chatbot a Question Written by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree.... The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Aug 28, 2025 • Article History Table of Contents Table of Contents Ask the Chatbot Lions may be kings, but tigers are larger—earning their place as the biggest of the world’s “big cats” (genus Panthera). The Siberian tiger, also called the Amur tiger, holds the title for the largest tiger subspecies. These majestic creatures can reach up to 4 meters (13 feet) in total length and weigh as much as 300 kg (660 pounds). In comparison, a full-grown male lion typically measures about 1.8 to 2.1 meters (6 to 7 feet) in length, excluding the tail, and weighs between 170 to 230 kg (370 to 500 pounds). Among different tiger subspecies, however, size can vary ...(100 of 201 words)

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