Stones to Kilograms — Free Online Converter

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How to Convert Stones to Kilograms

Multiply the stone value by 6.35029. One stone is defined as exactly 14 pounds, which equals 6.35029318 kg.

Stones to Kilograms Conversion Table

StonesKilograms
0.53.17515
16.35029
212.7006
531.7515
1063.5029
1595.2544
20127.006
25158.757
50317.514
100635.029
2501587.57
5003175.14
10006350.29

How Many Kilograms in a Stone?

1 stone equals 6.35029 kilograms. To convert any value, multiply the number of stones by 6.35029.

Common Use Cases

People in the United Kingdom and Ireland commonly express body weight in stones, but gym equipment, medical records, and international health guidelines use kilograms. A person weighing 12 stone is about 76.2 kg, and converting is essential for BMI calculations, medication dosing, and comparing weight-loss progress with people using the metric system.

British expats living in continental Europe or other metric countries need to convert their familiar stone-based weight to kilograms for local doctor visits, fitness programs, and driver's license medical exams. Knowing that 10 stone 7 pounds is approximately 66.7 kg prevents confusion during health assessments abroad.

Horse racing and equestrian sports in the UK assign handicap weights in stones and pounds, but international racing bodies and veterinary records use kilograms. A jockey's riding weight of 8 stone 10 (about 55.3 kg) must be converted for international race entries and weigh-in protocols that operate in metric.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many kilograms are in 1 stone?
1 stone equals exactly 6.35029 kilograms.
What is the formula to convert stones to kg?
Multiply the number of stones by 6.35029. For example, 10 stones × 6.35029 = 63.5029 kg.
Where is the stone unit commonly used?
Stones are primarily used in the UK and Ireland for measuring body weight. 1 stone = 14 pounds.
How do I convert stones and pounds to kg?
Convert stones to pounds (multiply by 14), add remaining pounds, then multiply total pounds by 0.4536. E.g., 11 st 4 lbs = 158 lbs × 0.4536 = 71.67 kg.