The weight limit for toys in a standard toy crane machine typically ranges from 4 to 8 ounces (approximately 115 to 225 grams). This carefully calibrated limit serves multiple purposes in arcade operations. Manufacturers design claw machines with specific weight capacities to ensure both player engagement and profitability. Heavier items would require stronger claws and mechanisms, increasing manufacturing costs significantly. Most common prizes like plush toys, small electronics, and capsule toys fall comfortably within this range. The claw's gripping strength is precisely calibrated to handle this weight spectrum while maintaining challenge. Lighter items might be too easy to win, reducing machine profitability, while heavier items could damage the mechanism. Some premium machines in arcades may accommodate slightly heavier items up to 12 ounces, but these are exceptions. Understanding this weight limitation can actually improve your gameplay strategy - mid-weight items often have better grip potential than extremely light ones that might slip or very heavy ones that exceed the claw's capacity. Different regions and machine models may have variations, but the 4-8 ounce range remains the industry standard for balanced gameplay and operational efficiency.