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Kilogram
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2.205
Pound
(lb)
1 kg = 2.20462 lb
Conversion Rate
1 lb = 0.453592 kg
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Real World Comparison

1 kilogram is approximately the weight of a liter of water

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Weight Units Explained

Metric System

  • Milligram (mg): 1/1000 of a gram
  • Gram (g): Base unit of mass
  • Kilogram (kg): 1000 grams
  • Metric Ton (t): 1000 kilograms
Used worldwide in science and most countries

Imperial System

  • Ounce (oz): 1/16 of a pound
  • Pound (lb): 16 ounces
  • Stone (st): 14 pounds
  • US Ton: 2000 pounds
Primarily used in the United States

UK Units

  • Stone (st): 14 pounds
  • Quarter: 28 pounds
  • Hundredweight (cwt): 112 pounds
  • UK Ton: 2240 pounds
Used in the United Kingdom

Special Units

  • Carat (ct): 0.2 grams
  • Troy Ounce: 31.1035 grams
  • Grain: 0.0648 grams
  • Quintal: 100 kilograms
Used in specific industries

About Weight Conversion

The Weight Converter helps you convert between different weight and mass measurement units used worldwide. Whether you're cooking, shipping packages, measuring body weight, or working in science, this tool provides accurate conversions instantly.

Common Conversion Formulas

Kilograms to Pounds

1 kilogram = 2.20462 pounds
Formula: pounds = kilograms × 2.20462

Pounds to Kilograms

1 pound = 0.453592 kilograms
Formula: kilograms = pounds × 0.453592

Grams to Ounces

1 gram = 0.035274 ounces
Formula: ounces = grams × 0.035274

Stones to Kilograms

1 stone = 6.35029 kilograms
Formula: kilograms = stones × 6.35029

Practical Applications

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Shipping & Logistics

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Health & Fitness

  • Body weight tracking
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Science & Industry

  • Laboratory measurements
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  • Quality control calculations

Conversion Examples

From To Value Result Formula
5 Kilograms Pounds 5 kg 11.0231 lb 5 × 2.20462
10 Pounds Kilograms 10 lb 4.53592 kg 10 × 0.453592
500 Grams Ounces 500 g 17.637 oz 500 × 0.035274
2 Stones Kilograms 2 st 12.7006 kg 2 × 6.35029
1 Metric Ton Pounds 1 t 2204.62 lb 1000 × 2.20462

How do I convert kilograms to pounds?

To convert kilograms to pounds, multiply the weight in kilograms by 2.20462. For example, 2 kilograms = 2 × 2.20462 = 4.40924 pounds.

What is the difference between mass and weight?

Mass is the amount of matter in an object (constant everywhere). Weight is the force of gravity on that mass (varies with location). In everyday use, we often use them interchangeably.

How accurate is this weight converter?

The converter uses precise conversion factors recommended by international standards (NIST). Results are accurate for most practical purposes including cooking, shipping, and scientific work.

What is a stone in weight measurement?

A stone is a British imperial unit equal to 14 pounds or approximately 6.35 kilograms. It's commonly used in the UK and Ireland for body weight.