The first Pan American Games in Buenos Aires in 1951 included weightlifting competitions in various weight categories. The U.S. athlete John Davis won the heavyweight event.

Men's competition

Bantamweight (− 56 kg) RANK FINAL

Featherweight (− 60 kg) RANK FINAL

Lightweight (− 67.5 kg) RANK FINAL

Middleweight (− 75 kg) RANK FINAL

Light-heavyweight (− 82.5 kg) RANK FINAL

Heavyweight (+ 82.5 kg) RANK FINAL

Medal table

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