Weight Converter

Convert between kilograms, pounds, ounces, grams, stones, and more units of weight and mass.

Result

2.204624
Pounds (lb)
1 kg = 2.204624 lb

Convert Weight

All Conversions

Metric

1,000,000
Milligrams (mg)
1,000
Grams (g)
1
Kilograms (kg)
0.001
Metric Tons (t)

Imperial

35.273991
Ounces (oz)
2.204624
Pounds (lb)
0.157473
Stone (st)
0.001102
US Tons (short ton)
0.000984
UK Tons (long ton)

Other

5,000
Carats (ct)
32.150723
Troy Ounces (oz t)

Quick Reference

Common Conversions

  • 1 kg = 2.205 lbs
  • 1 lb = 16 oz
  • 1 oz = 28.35 g
  • 1 stone = 14 lbs

Body Weight Examples

  • 50 kg = 110 lbs
  • 70 kg = 154 lbs
  • 100 kg = 220 lbs
  • 10 st = 140 lbs

Quick Answer

Common weight conversions: 1 kg = 2.205 lbs, 1 lb = 0.4536 kg, 1 oz = 28.35 g. To convert kg to lbs, multiply by 2.205. To convert lbs to kg, multiply by 0.4536. One stone equals 14 pounds or 6.35 kg.

Key Facts

  • 1 kilogram = 2.20462 pounds
  • 1 pound = 16 ounces = 0.4536 kg
  • 1 ounce = 28.3495 grams
  • 1 stone = 14 pounds = 6.35 kg
  • 1 metric ton = 1,000 kg = 2,205 lbs
  • 1 US ton (short ton) = 2,000 lbs = 907 kg
  • 1 UK ton (long ton) = 2,240 lbs = 1,016 kg
  • 1 gram = 0.0353 ounces

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Multiply the number of kilograms by 2.20462 to get pounds. For example, 70 kg × 2.20462 = 154.32 lbs. For a quick estimate, multiply by 2.2. So 70 kg is approximately 154 lbs.

Multiply the number of pounds by 0.453592 to get kilograms. For example, 150 lbs × 0.4536 = 68.04 kg. For a quick estimate, divide pounds by 2.2. So 150 lbs is approximately 68 kg.

A stone is a unit of weight equal to 14 pounds (6.35 kg). It's primarily used in the United Kingdom and Ireland for measuring body weight. For example, a person weighing 168 lbs would be 12 stone. It's rarely used in the US or for non-body weights.

There are exactly 16 ounces in one pound. This applies to avoirdupois ounces (used for general weight). Note: Troy ounces (used for precious metals) are different, with 12 troy ounces per troy pound.

A metric ton (tonne) equals 1,000 kg (2,205 lbs). A US ton (short ton) equals 2,000 lbs (907 kg). A UK ton (long ton) equals 2,240 lbs (1,016 kg). The metric ton is the international standard for commerce.

Divide grams by 28.3495 to get ounces. For example, 100 grams ÷ 28.35 = 3.53 oz. Or multiply grams by 0.03527. This is useful for cooking conversions and nutritional information.

Mass is the amount of matter in an object, measured in kilograms. It stays constant everywhere. Weight is the force exerted by gravity on that mass, technically measured in Newtons. On Earth's surface, we use mass and weight interchangeably since gravity is constant.

1 liter of pure water weighs exactly 1 kilogram at 4°C (39.2°F), which is when water is most dense. At room temperature, 1 liter weighs about 0.998 kg. 1 gallon of water weighs approximately 8.34 pounds.