Weight Converter: kg to lbs, Grams to Ounces & More

Convert kilograms, pounds, grams, ounces, stones, tons, carats and tola instantly, with the formula and every unit shown.

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Quick answer: 1 kg = 2.20462 lbs, so multiply kilograms by 2.2046 to get pounds, and divide pounds by 2.2046 (or multiply by 0.4536) to get kilograms. 1 ounce = 28.35 grams.

kg to lbs conversion chart

kg	lbs	kg	lbs
1	2.20	30	66.14
5	11.02	50	110.23
10	22.05	70	154.32
23	50.71	100	220.46

23 kg (about 50 lb) is a common checked-baggage limit for economy flights, so the conversion is handy before you travel. Always check your airline’s exact allowance.

Grams to ounces for cooking

Divide grams by 28.35 to get ounces. 100 g is 3.53 oz, 250 g is 8.82 oz and 500 g is 17.64 oz (just over 1 lb). Note that fluid ounces measure volume, not weight; use the Unit Converter volume category for liquids.

Tola, carat and gold weight

Gold is often sold by the tola in Pakistan, India and the Gulf. This converter uses 1 tola = 11.6638 grams, the standard used by jewellers. Gemstones are weighed in carats, where 1 carat = 0.2 grams. Don’t confuse the carat (weight) with the karat (gold purity, such as 22K or 24K).

Weight conversion factors

To convert	Multiply by
Grams to ounces	0.035274 (or divide by 28.3495)
Ounces to grams	28.3495
Kilograms to pounds	2.20462
Pounds to kilograms	0.453592
Stone to kilograms	6.35029
Kilograms to stone	0.157473
Tola to grams	11.6638
Grams to tola	0.085735
Carats to grams	0.2
US short tons to kilograms	907.185

Body weight in kg, lbs and stone

kg	lbs	Stone
50	110.2	7 st 12.2 lb
60	132.3	9 st 6.3 lb
70	154.3	11 st 0.3 lb
80	176.4	12 st 8.4 lb
90	198.4	14 st 2.4 lb
100	220.5	15 st 10.5 lb

Tola to grams chart for gold

Tola	Grams	Grams	Tola
1	11.66	10	0.857
2	23.33	50	4.287
5	58.32	100	8.574
10	116.64

Traditionally, 1 tola is divided into 12 masha, and 1 masha into 8 ratti, so a masha is about 0.972 g and a ratti about 0.1215 g. The popular 10 tola gold bar weighs 116.64 g, which is about 3.75 troy ounces.

Troy ounces and regular ounces

Gold and silver prices are quoted per troy ounce, which is 31.1035 grams. The ordinary (avoirdupois) ounce used for food and parcels is lighter, at 28.3495 grams. When you compare an international gold price with a local price per gram or per tola, divide the troy ounce price by 31.1035 to get the price per gram.

Frequently asked questions

How many pounds is 1 kg?

One kilogram is 2.20462 pounds.

How do I convert lbs to kg?

Divide pounds by 2.20462, or multiply by 0.45359237. For example, 150 lb is about 68 kg.

How many grams is 1 tola?

One tola is 11.6638 grams, the standard used for gold in Pakistan, India and the Gulf.

How many kg is a stone?

One stone is 14 pounds, which is 6.35 kilograms.

What is the difference between a metric ton and a US ton?

A metric ton is 1,000 kg. A US short ton is 2,000 lb, about 907 kg.

How many grams is 10 tola of gold?

10 tola is 116.64 grams. A 10 tola gold bar is about 3.75 troy ounces.

What is a troy ounce?

A troy ounce is 31.1035 grams and is used to price gold, silver and other precious metals. A regular ounce, used for food and everyday items, is 28.3495 grams.

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