How Big Was the Saber-Toothed Cat Smilodon?
The term "saber-toothed tiger" is misleading. The most famous saber-toothed cat, Smilodon, was not closely related to modern tigers but shared closer ancestry with lions and leopards.
Size Breakdown:
Length: Around 8 to 10 feet, not including the tail
Height: 3 to 4 feet at the shoulder
Weight: Between 800 and 1,200 pounds
Smilodon was a large, powerful predator comparable to a modern lion. Other saber-toothed species varied in size, with some smaller than Smilodon and others larger.