Weightlifting at the 1952 Summer Olympics
| Weightlifting at the Games of the XV Olympiad | |
|---|---|
| Venue | Messuhalli |
| Dates | 25–27 July 1952 |
| Competitors | 142 from 41 nations |
The weightlifting competition at the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki consisted of seven weight classes, all for men only. The middle-heavyweight division was a newly created weight class, moving the heavyweight class up from 82.5 kg to 90 kg. The events were held at Messuhalli.