Smilodon Now extinct, saber-toothed cats (such as those in the genus Smilodon) were large carnivores that lived during the Ice Age. (more) How Big Were Saber-Toothed Cats Compared to Tigers? Ask the Chatbot a Question More Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/animal/How-Big-Were-Saber-Toothed-Cats-Compared-to-Tigers 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: Sep 18, 2025 • Article History Table of Contents Table of Contents Ask the Chatbot Saber-toothed cats in the genus Smilodon were comparable in length and height to Siberian tigers (Panthera tigris altaica) but were generally more robust, stockier, and heavier. The species S. populator, however, was considerably larger and more robust than modern big cats, including lions and tigers, with some estimates placing its weight at as much as 400 kg (880 pounds), making it one of the largest cats to ever live. By comparison, S. fatalis weighed between 160 and 280 kg (350 and 620 pounds), which is within the range of today’s largest tigers. Saber-toothed cats were built very differently from tigers. ...(100 of 217 words)

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