CONVERTER
Weight Converter
Convert weight and mass between kilograms, grams, milligrams, pounds, ounces, stones, and metric tons.
How to Convert Weight
Enter a value and select its unit. The converter automatically shows the equivalent value in all supported weight units.
The converter uses kilograms as the base unit for performing conversions.
Weight Conversion Examples
One kilogram is equal to approximately 2.20462 pounds.
One kilogram is equal to 1,000 grams and 1,000,000 milligrams.
One pound is equal to approximately 16 ounces.
One stone is equal to approximately 14 pounds.
Kilograms to Pounds
To convert kilograms to pounds, multiply the kilogram value by approximately 2.20462.
For example:
10 kg × 2.20462 ≈ 22.0462 lb
Pounds to Kilograms
To convert pounds to kilograms, multiply the pound value by approximately 0.45359237.
For example:
10 lb × 0.45359237 ≈ 4.53592 kg
Common Weight Units
- Kilogram (kg) — metric unit commonly used for everyday body weight and objects.
- Gram (g) — one-thousandth of a kilogram.
- Milligram (mg) — one-millionth of a kilogram.
- Pound (lb) — commonly used for weight in the United States.
- Ounce (oz) — commonly used for smaller weights in the U.S. customary system.
- Stone (st) — commonly used for body weight in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
- Metric ton (t) — equal to 1,000 kilograms.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pounds are in a kilogram?
One kilogram is approximately 2.20462 pounds.
How many grams are in a kilogram?
One kilogram contains 1,000 grams.
How many ounces are in a pound?
One pound contains 16 ounces.
How many pounds are in a stone?
One stone is equal to 14 pounds.
How many kilograms are in a metric ton?
One metric ton equals 1,000 kilograms.
What is the difference between mass and weight?
Mass describes the amount of matter in an object, while weight is technically a force caused by gravity. Everyday weight conversions commonly use units such as kilograms and pounds.