Convert Pounds to Kilograms (lbs → kg)
Use our free online pounds to kilograms converter. Enter a value in pounds and get the result in kilograms instantly. Perfect for converting body weight, luggage weight, and product weights.
Conversion Formula
kg = lbs × 0.453592
To convert pounds to kilograms, multiply the pound value by 0.453592
Example Calculation:
Convert 150 pounds to kilograms:
150 lbs × 0.453592 = 68.04 kg
Pounds to Kilograms Conversion Table
| Pounds (lbs) | Kilograms (kg) |
|---|---|
| 1 lbs | 0.453592 kg |
| 5 lbs | 2.267962 kg |
| 10 lbs | 4.535924 kg |
| 15 lbs | 6.803886 kg |
| 20 lbs | 9.071847 kg |
| 25 lbs | 11.339809 kg |
| 30 lbs | 13.607771 kg |
| 40 lbs | 18.143695 kg |
| 50 lbs | 22.679619 kg |
| 60 lbs | 27.215542 kg |
| 70 lbs | 31.751466 kg |
| 80 lbs | 36.28739 kg |
| 90 lbs | 40.823313 kg |
| 100 lbs | 45.359237 kg |
| 110 lbs | 49.895161 kg |
| 120 lbs | 54.431084 kg |
| 150 lbs | 68.038855 kg |
| 175 lbs | 79.378665 kg |
| 200 lbs | 90.718474 kg |
| 250 lbs | 113.398093 kg |
Quick reference: 1 lbs = 0.453592 kg
Understanding Pounds and Kilograms
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many kilograms are in a pound?
1 pound equals 0.453592 kilograms (approximately 0.45 kg).
2. How do you convert lbs to kg?
To convert pounds to kilograms, multiply the number of pounds by 0.453592. For example, 10 lbs × 0.453592 = 4.536 kg.
3. What is 150 lbs in kg?
150 pounds equals 68.04 kilograms (150 × 0.453592 = 68.04).
4. Is 1 lb equal to 0.5 kg?
Close, but not exactly. 1 pound equals 0.453592 kg, which is slightly less than 0.5 kg.
5. What is the formula for lbs to kg?
The formula is: kilograms = pounds × 0.453592