How to Convert Weight Units
Weight (technically mass) conversions come up constantly in cooking, fitness, shipping and shopping. The most searched conversion in the world is kg to lbs: one kilogram equals exactly 2.20462 pounds. This converter also handles grams, milligrams, metric tons, ounces and the British stone, using the international definition of 1 pound = 453.59237 grams exactly.
Common Weight Conversion Factors
| Conversion | Result |
|---|---|
| 1 kilogram | 2.20462 pounds |
| 1 pound | 453.592 grams (16 ounces) |
| 1 ounce | 28.3495 grams |
| 1 stone | 14 pounds (6.35029 kg) |
| 1 metric ton | 1,000 kg (2,204.62 lbs) |
Quick mental math: to estimate kilograms from pounds, divide the pounds by 2 and subtract 10 percent. To estimate pounds from kilograms, double the kilograms and add 10 percent.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pounds is 1 kg?
1 kilogram equals 2.20462 pounds. So 70 kg is about 154.3 lbs.
How many grams are in an ounce?
One ounce equals 28.3495 grams. So 100 grams is about 3.53 ounces.
What is a stone in pounds?
One stone equals exactly 14 pounds, or about 6.35 kilograms. It is commonly used for body weight in the UK and Ireland.
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