Weight Converter
Convert kilograms, pounds, grams, ounces, tonnes and other mass units quickly and accurately.
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How does weight and mass conversion work?
This converter uses the kilogram as its reference unit. Values are converted into kilograms and then into the selected destination unit. Although commonly called weight conversion, kilograms, pounds and grams measure mass. In physics, weight is a force.
Conversion examples
- 1 kilogram = approximately 2.20462 pounds.
- 1 pound = exactly 0.45359237 kilograms.
- 1 kilogram = 1000 grams.
- 1 pound = 16 ounces.
- 1 metric tonne = 1000 kilograms.
Frequently asked questions
How many pounds are in a kilogram?
One kilogram is approximately 2.20462262 pounds.
How do you convert pounds to kilograms?
Multiply the number of pounds by 0.45359237 to obtain the mass in kilograms.
How many grams are in a kilogram?
One kilogram is exactly 1000 grams.
What is the difference between weight and mass?
Mass measures the quantity of matter and is expressed in kilograms. Weight is the gravitational force acting on that mass and is measured in newtons.
How many ounces are in a pound?
One avoirdupois pound contains exactly 16 avoirdupois ounces.