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⚖️ Weight Converter

Convert between kilograms, pounds, ounces, grams, stone, and metric tonnes. Instant, precise weight conversions for cooking, travel, health, and more!

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🤔 How Does This Tool Work?

Our Weight Converter converts all values through kilograms as the base unit:

Conversion factors to kilograms:

  • 1 gram = 0.001 kg
  • 1 milligram = 0.000001 kg
  • 1 ounce = 0.028350 kg
  • 1 pound = 0.453592 kg
  • 1 stone = 6.35029 kg
  • 1 metric tonne = 1,000 kg

To convert: Input value → convert to kg → convert from kg to target unit. This two-step approach ensures maximum accuracy for all unit combinations.

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❓ FAQ
How many kilograms is 1 pound?
1 pound = 0.4536 kilograms. To convert pounds to kg, multiply by 0.4536. To convert kg to pounds, multiply by 2.205. Quick estimate: halve the kg to get approximate pounds (then multiply by 0.1 more for accuracy).
How many pounds is 70 kg?
70 kg × 2.205 = 154.35 pounds. In stone: 154.35 ÷ 14 = 11.02 stone. So 70 kg = approximately 154 pounds = about 11 stone 0 pounds.
What is stone used for?
Stone is a unit of weight used mainly in the UK and Ireland for measuring people's body weight. 1 stone = 14 pounds = 6.35 kg. You might hear 'I weigh 11 stone' which equals about 70 kg.
How many grams in a kilogram?
1 kilogram = 1,000 grams exactly. So 2.5 kg = 2,500 grams, and 500 grams = 0.5 kg. The metric system is wonderfully simple!
What is the difference between weight and mass?
Scientifically, mass is the amount of matter in an object (measured in kg), while weight is the force of gravity on that mass (measured in Newtons). In everyday life, we use 'weight' to mean both, and converters like ours work for everyday practical purposes.