Kilogram to Stone
1 kg =0.15747304st
About Kilogram to Stone
Kilograms to stones converts metric body weight into the stone-and-pounds format still used day to day in the UK and Ireland. One stone is 14 pounds, or about 6.35 kilograms, so the stone figure is always much smaller than the kilogram figure.
To convert kilograms to stones, multiply the value in kilograms by 0.157473044 (that is, divide by 6.35029318). Stones = Kilograms ÷ 6.35029318.
For example, 80 kg ÷ 6.3503 = 12.6 stone. 80 kilograms is about 12 stone 8 pounds.
Kilogram to Stone table
| Kilogram (kg) | Stone (st) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.15747304 |
| 5 | 0.78736522 |
| 10 | 1.57473044 |
| 20 | 3.14946089 |
| 50 | 7.87365222 |
| 60 | 9.44838267 |
| 70 | 11.02311311 |
| 80 | 12.59784355 |
| 90 | 14.172574 |
| 100 | 15.74730444 |
Common use cases
- 01Converting metric body weight to UK stone-and-pounds
- 02Interpreting fitness apps that report kilograms
- 03Discussing weight with UK friends, family, or clinicians
- 04Reading scales that only display kilograms
A bit of history
The British stone of 14 pounds was standardized for trade by the Weights and Measures Act of 1835, and it remains in common informal use for body weight even though the UK is otherwise largely metric.
Frequently asked questions
How many stone in a kg?+
1 kilogram equals 0.1575 stone.
How many stone is 70 kg?+
70 kilograms equals about 11.02 stone (roughly 11 stone 0.3 lb).
How do I convert kg to stones and pounds?+
Multiply the kilograms by 0.1575 to get stones. Take the decimal part and multiply by 14 to get the leftover pounds.
How many stone is 100 kg?+
100 kilograms equals about 15.75 stone.
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