Weight Converter
Convert between weight units including kilograms, pounds, ounces, grams, stones, and tons. Essential for cooking, shipping, and everyday measurements.
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Quick Reference:
1 kg = 2.20462 pounds = 35.274 ounces
1 pound = 0.453592 kg = 16 ounces
1 gram = 0.035274 ounces
1 stone = 14 pounds = 6.35029 kg
1 pound = 0.453592 kg = 16 ounces
1 gram = 0.035274 ounces
1 stone = 14 pounds = 6.35029 kg
All Conversions
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Real-World Weight Examples
Paper Clip
0.5 g
Standard paper clip
Penny (US)
2.5 g
US penny coin
Apple
150 g
Medium-sized apple
Smartphone
0.17 kg
Average smartphone
Laptop
1.5 kg
Average laptop
Gallon of Water
3.785 kg
US gallon of water
Adult Human
70 kg
Average adult weight
Small Car
1200 kg
Compact car weight
Elephant
5 t
African elephant
Blue Whale
150 t
Largest animal
Weight conversion is essential for cooking, shipping, health, and everyday measurements. This converter helps you convert between metric (kilograms, grams) and imperial (pounds, ounces) weight units quickly and accurately.
Common Weight Conversions
Metric to Imperial:
1 kg = 2.20462 lb = 35.274 oz
1 g = 0.035274 oz
1 metric ton = 2,204.62 lb
1 mg = 0.000035274 oz
Imperial to Metric:
1 lb = 0.453592 kg = 453.592 g
1 oz = 28.3495 g
1 stone = 6.35029 kg
1 US ton = 907.185 kg
Applications of Weight Conversion
Everyday Use:
• Cooking & baking
• Body weight
• Package shipping
• Grocery shopping
Professional:
• Shipping & logistics
• Science & research
• Manufacturing
• Health & fitness
Note: All conversions are mathematically exact based on standard conversion factors. The kilogram is the SI base unit for mass. In everyday use, "weight" typically refers to mass, which is what this converter handles. All conversions are accurate for standard measurements.
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