Stone to Pounds Converter (st to lbs)
Convert stone to pounds instantly - UK weight conversion
Quick Answer
1 stone = 14 pounds
Common conversions: 8 st = 112 lbs | 10 st = 140 lbs | 12 st = 168 lbs | 15 st = 210 lbs
What is a Stone?
The stone (st) is a unit of weight used primarily in the United Kingdom and Ireland for measuring human body weight. One stone equals exactly 14 pounds or approximately 6.35 kilograms. It's deeply embedded in UK culture and remains the preferred unit for expressing body weight despite metrication efforts.
Conversion Formula
Pounds = Stone × 14
lbs = st × 14
Examples:
Convert 10 stone to pounds: 10 st × 14 = 140 lbs
Convert 12 stone to pounds: 12 st × 14 = 168 lbs
Convert 8.5 stone to pounds: 8.5 st × 14 = 119 lbs
Stone to Pounds Conversion Table
| Stone (st) | Pounds (lbs) | Stone (st) | Pounds (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 st | 14 lbs | 10 st | 140 lbs |
| 2 st | 28 lbs | 11 st | 154 lbs |
| 3 st | 42 lbs | 12 st | 168 lbs |
| 4 st | 56 lbs | 13 st | 182 lbs |
| 5 st | 70 lbs | 14 st | 196 lbs |
| 6 st | 84 lbs | 15 st | 210 lbs |
| 7 st | 98 lbs | 16 st | 224 lbs |
| 8 st | 112 lbs | 17 st | 238 lbs |
| 9 st | 126 lbs | 20 st | 280 lbs |
When Do You Need This Conversion?
Converting stone to pounds is essential when:
- UK to US communication: Americans use pounds while Brits use stone
- International travel: Understanding weight in different measurement systems
- Medical records: Converting UK weight records to US format
- Fitness tracking: Using US-based apps or equipment with UK weights
- Sports: Weight classes often specified in pounds internationally