Convert between kilograms, pounds, ounces, grams, stones, and other weight units.
Weight conversion is essential for anyone working across metric and imperial systems. Our Weight Converter handles conversions between all common weight units from milligrams to metric tons and from ounces to pounds. Weight units differ significantly between measurement systems. Metric uses grams and kilograms; imperial/US uses ounces and pounds. UK and Commonwealth countries use stones for body weight. Medical and pharmaceutical applications use precise measurements. Common scenarios: travelers converting luggage weight limits, cooks converting recipe ingredients between metric and imperial, fitness enthusiasts tracking weight in different units, shoppers comparing product prices per unit weight, medical professionals calculating dosages based on patient weight, athletes managing weight for sports categories. The tool converts between metric units (milligrams, grams, kilograms, metric tons), imperial units (ounces, pounds), and other units (stones, troy ounces for precious metals). High precision for pharmaceutical and scientific applications, combined with user-friendly interface for everyday conversions. Real-time conversion as you type provides immediate feedback.
1 kilogram = 2.20462 pounds. Roughly 1 kg ≈ 2.2 lbs for quick mental math.
A stone (commonly used in UK) = 14 pounds ≈ 6.35 kilograms. Used mainly for body weight measurement in UK.
1 pound = 16 ounces.
Yes, the tool provides precise conversion factors suitable for medical and pharmaceutical applications.