Convert Kilograms to Pounds (kg → lbs)
Use our free online kilograms to pounds converter. Enter a value in kilograms and get the result in pounds instantly. Perfect for converting body weight, fitness goals, and international measurements.
Conversion Formula
lbs = kg ÷ 0.453592
To convert kilograms to pounds, divide the kilogram value by 0.453592 (or multiply by 2.20462)
Example Calculation:
Convert 70 kilograms to pounds:
70 kg ÷ 0.453592 = 154.32 lbs
Kilograms to Pounds Conversion Table
| Kilograms (kg) | Pounds (lbs) |
|---|---|
| 1 kg | 2.204623 lbs |
| 5 kg | 11.023113 lbs |
| 10 kg | 22.046226 lbs |
| 15 kg | 33.069339 lbs |
| 20 kg | 44.092452 lbs |
| 25 kg | 55.115566 lbs |
| 30 kg | 66.138679 lbs |
| 35 kg | 77.161792 lbs |
| 40 kg | 88.184905 lbs |
| 45 kg | 99.208018 lbs |
| 50 kg | 110.231131 lbs |
| 60 kg | 132.277357 lbs |
| 70 kg | 154.323584 lbs |
| 75 kg | 165.346697 lbs |
| 80 kg | 176.36981 lbs |
| 90 kg | 198.416036 lbs |
| 100 kg | 220.462262 lbs |
| 120 kg | 264.554715 lbs |
| 150 kg | 330.693393 lbs |
Quick reference: 1 kg = 2.204623 lbs
Understanding Kilograms and Pounds
What is a Kilogram?
The kilogram is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI). It is defined by the International Prototype Kilogram, a platinum-iridium cylinder kept at the International Bureau of Weights and Measures. The kilogram is widely used worldwide for measuring mass in scientific, commercial, and everyday contexts.
What is a Pound?
The pound (lb) is a unit of mass used in the imperial and US customary systems. It is legally defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms. The pound is commonly used in the United States and some other English-speaking countries for measuring body weight, food portions, and various commercial goods.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many pounds are in a kilogram?
1 kilogram equals 2.20462 pounds (approximately 2.2 lbs).
2. How do you convert kg to lbs?
To convert kilograms to pounds, multiply the number of kilograms by 2.20462. For example, 10 kg × 2.20462 = 22.046 lbs.
3. What is 70 kg in pounds?
70 kilograms equals 154.324 pounds (70 × 2.20462 = 154.32).
4. Is 1 kg equal to 2 lbs?
Close, but not exactly. 1 kilogram equals 2.20462 pounds, which is slightly more than 2 lbs.
5. What is the formula for kg to lbs?
The formula is: pounds = kilograms × 2.20462 (or kilograms ÷ 0.453592)