Weight Converter
Weight (mass) expresses how much matter something contains and is measured the same way regardless of local gravity
kg → lb
2.204623 lb
Weight (mass) expresses how much matter something contains and is measured the same way regardless of local gravity. Kilograms and grams are metric standards, while pounds, ounces, and stones are familiar in the U.S. and U.K. Use the converter for shipping labels, recipes, luggage, or gym tracking.
All unit results
| Supported Units | Value |
|---|---|
| Kilogram kg | 1 |
| Gram g | 1000 |
| Milligram mg | 1000000 |
| Microgram µg | 1e+9 |
| Metric Ton t | 0.001 |
| Pound lb | 2.204623 |
| Stone st | 0.157473 |
| Ounce oz | 35.273962 |
| Short Ton (US) ton (US) | 0.001102 |
| Long Ton (Imperial) ton (Imp) | 0.000984 |
| Troy Ounce oz t | 32.150747 |
How to Use
Enter the value and your starting unit, such as kilogram or pound, and your desired target unit from the dropdown menus. The tool will instantly output the precise weight conversion, along with a complete list of equivalent measurements. You can also quickly copy the value with or without units.
When to Use
Kilograms and grams are metric standards, while pounds, ounces, and stones are familiar in the U.S. and U.K. Use the converter for shipping labels, recipes, luggage, or gym tracking.
Common Weight Conversions
| 1 Kilogram (kg) | = | 2.204623 Pound (lb) |
| 1 Kilogram (kg) | = | 1000 Gram (g) |
| 1 Milligram (mg) | = | 1000 Microgram (µg) |
| 1 Metric Ton (t) | = | 2204.622622 Pound (lb) |
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Common Questions
What is the Weight converter used for?
Weight (mass) expresses how much matter something contains and is measured the same way regardless of local gravity. Kilograms and grams are metric standards, while pounds, ounces, and stones are familiar in the U.S. and U.K. Use the converter for shipping labels, recipes, luggage, or gym tracking.
What is the difference between a short ton, a long ton, and a metric ton?
A short ton (common in the US) equals 2,000 pounds (907.18 kg). A long ton (traditional UK) equals 2,240 pounds (1,016.05 kg). A metric ton (or tonne) equals 1,000 kilograms, which is exactly 2,204.62 pounds. Always check the regional context when dealing with industrial shipping specs.
How many pounds are in a stone?
There are exactly 14 pounds in 1 stone. The stone (st) is an imperial unit of mass still commonly used in the UK and Ireland for expressing human body weight.