The men's lightweight event was part of the weightlifting programme at the 1928 Summer Olympics.

The weight class was the second-lightest contested, and allowed weightlifters of up to 67.5 kilograms (148.8 pounds).

The competition was held on Saturday, 28 July 1928.

All four Olympic records were improved in this competition.

Hans Haas and Kurt Helbig equalized the standing world record in clean and jerk.