The black crappie would weigh an astonishing 5 lbs 7.68 oz, making it not only the new Tennessee state record (previously held since 1985) but the world record. This massive 21-inch long, 5-pound, 3-ounce white crappie has been the IGFA all-tackle world record for the species for over half a century. The maximum length reported for a black crappie is 19.3 inches (49 cm) and the maximum published weight is just under 6 pounds (2,700 g). What is the average size crappie?Ĭrappies are typically about 4–8 inches (10–20 cm) long The current all-tackle fishing world record for a black crappie is 2.47 kg (5 lb 7 oz). A trophy size lies in the eye of the beholder, but most anglers would agree that crappie of about 15 inches and 2lb can be considered trophy fish.
