Kilogram

kg

SI base unit of mass

About Kilogram (kg)

The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass, redefined in 2019 by fixing the Planck constant to exactly 6.62607015 x 10^-34 J*s, ending its dependence on a physical platinum-iridium cylinder stored in Paris. Grocery shopping, body weight, and industrial shipping all rely on the kilogram as their fundamental mass reference.

Category
Weight & Mass
Symbol
kg
Also known as
kilograms kilo kilos
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Kilogram (kg)?

SI base unit of mass

How many Pound (lb) are in one Kilogram (kg)?

One Kilogram (kg) equals 2.2046 Pound (lb).

How many Stone (st) are in one Kilogram (kg)?

One Kilogram (kg) equals 0.157473 Stone (st).

How many Gram (g) are in one Kilogram (kg)?

One Kilogram (kg) equals 1,000 Gram (g).

How do I convert Kilogram to Pound?

To convert Kilogram to Pound, multiply the value by 2.2046 (1 kg = 2.2046 lb).