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Kilogram vs Pound vs Stone

Quick reference table for unit conversions with key differences.

Reference Table

KilogramkgPoundlbStonest
0.51.1023110.07873652
12.2046230.157473
24.4092450.3149461
511.023110.7873652
1022.046231.57473
2555.115573.936826
50110.23117.873652
100220.462315.7473
5001102.31178.73652
10002204.623157.473

About These Units

kg

Kilogram

Symbol: kg

The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass, used globally in science, commerce, and daily life. It equals approximately 2.205 pounds.

Used in: Worldwide (metric countries)

lb

Pound

Symbol: lb

The pound is a unit of weight commonly used in the United States and the UK. One pound equals approximately 0.4536 kilograms.

Used in: United States, United Kingdom

st

Stone

Symbol: st

The stone is a British unit of weight equal to 14 pounds (6.35 kg). Commonly used in the UK and Ireland for body weight.

Used in: United Kingdom, Ireland

Key Differences

  • 1 kg is equal to 2.204623 lb.
  • 1 kg is equal to 0.157473 st.
  • 1 lb is equal to 0.07142857 st.

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