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Pound-force feet to Newton-metres

Convert pound-force feet to newton-metres (lbf·ft to N·m). 1 lbf·ft = 1.35581794833 N·m. Use the calculator, formula and conversion table.

A quick reference1 lbf·ft = 1.35581794833 N·m
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How to convert pound-force feet to newton-metres

Multiply the amount in pound-force feet by 1.35581794833 to get newton-metres. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.

N·m = lbf·ft × 1.35581794833

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1 lbf·ft = 1.35581794833 N·m. Change the amount in the calculator above to use your own value.

Units and assumptions

Converts torque through newton-metres. A pound-force foot is approximately 1.3558179483314 Nm. Torque and energy share dimensions but describe different physical quantities.

Calculator results use floating-point arithmetic and are rounded for display. The reference table below uses up to 12 significant digits.

Pound-force feet to Newton-metres table

Common values, rounded for display
Pound-force feet (lbf·ft)Newton-metres (N·m)
00
11.35581794833
56.77908974166
1013.5581794833
2533.8954487083
100135.581794833
1,0001,355.81794833

About this conversion

What is the formula for pound-force feet to newton-metres?

N·m = lbf·ft × 1.35581794833. Multiply the amount in pound-force feet by 1.35581794833 to get newton-metres. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.

How do I convert back to pound-force feet?

Use the newton-metres to pound-force feet calculator to reverse this conversion. You can also use Swap units in the calculator above.

Can I use a different pair of units?

Choose another unit in the calculator, or open the torque converter to browse all supported pairs.

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