Convert Pound (lb) - British Pound

Conversion from lb to kilogram (kg)

The metric system is used worldwide and the kilogram is the base unit of mass.

Conversion factor: 1 lb equals approximately 0.45359237 kg

Example: 50 lb x 0.45359237 = 22.6796185 kg

Conversion from lb to gram (g)

If a more precise weight is required, it may be useful to convert the weight to grams.

Conversion factor: 1 lb equals 453.59237 g

Example: 20 lb x 453.59237 = 9071.8474 g

Conversion from lb to ounces (oz)

The pound is divided into 16 ounces. This is particularly common in the USA.

Conversion factor: 1 lb equals 16 oz

Example: 5 lb x 16 = 80 oz

Conversion from lb to stone (st)

The stone is a British unit that is often used to measure a person's body weight.

Conversion factor: 1 st equals 14 lb

Example: To convert 84 lb to stone: 84 lb ÷ 14 = 6 st

Conversion from lb to ton (t)

One ton is equal to 1,000 kg. It is useful when working with very large weights.

Conversion factor: 1 lb corresponds to approx. 0.00045359237 t

Example: 10,000 lb x 0.00045359237 = 4.5359237 t

Conclusion

The pound (lb) can easily be converted into many other weight units. Using the above conversion factors, anyone, whether in the private or professional sector, can convert the pound weight into the desired unit. However, it is important to be accurate when converting to avoid errors, especially when it comes to critical measurements.