Weight Converter

Weight Conversion Reference Table

From	Kilograms	Pounds	Ounces	Grams	Stones
1 kilogram	1	2.2046	35.274	1000	0.1575
1 pound	0.4536	1	16	453.6	0.0714
1 ounce	0.02835	0.0625	1	28.35	0.00446
1 gram	0.001	0.002205	0.03527	1	0.000157
1 stone	6.350	14	224	6350	1
1 metric ton	1000	2204.6	35,274	1,000,000	157.5

Weight Conversion FAQs

How to convert kg to lbs?

Multiply kg by 2.2046 to get pounds. Quick shortcut: multiply by 2.2. Example: 70 kg = 70 × 2.2 = 154 lbs. To go the other way: divide pounds by 2.2046.

What is a stone in kg? (UK weight unit)

One stone = 6.35 kg = 14 pounds. Stones are still used informally in the UK and Ireland for body weight. Common conversions: 10 stone = 63.5 kg, 12 stone = 76.2 kg.

Grams to ounces for cooking

One ounce = 28.35 grams. For recipes: 100g ≈ 3.5 oz, 250g ≈ 8.8 oz, 500g ≈ 17.6 oz. UK and metric recipes use grams; US recipes often use ounces and cups.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert kg to lbs?

Multiply kg by 2.2046. Quick estimate: multiply by 2.2. Example: 70 kg × 2.2 = 154 lbs.

How many grams in an ounce?

1 ounce = 28.3495 grams. 1 pound = 453.6 grams. Useful for cooking: 100g ≈ 3.5 oz, 500g ≈ 17.6 oz.

What is a stone in kg?

1 stone = 6.35 kg = 14 pounds. Used informally in the UK for body weight. 10 stone = 63.5 kg, 12 stone = 76.2 kg.

Weight in Everyday Life

kg	lbs	Stone (UK)	Description
50 kg	110 lbs	7 st 12 lb	Light adult weight
70 kg	154 lbs	11 st 0 lb	Average adult weight
80 kg	176 lbs	12 st 8 lb	Above average
100 kg	220 lbs	15 st 10 lb	Heavy adult weight
1 kg	2.205 lbs	—	Standard unit
1 lb	—	—	= 453.6 grams

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