Kilograms to Pounds
Convert kilograms to pounds (kg to lb). 1 kg = 2.20462262185 lb. Use the calculator, formula and conversion table.
How to convert kilograms to pounds
Multiply the amount in kilograms by 2.20462262185 to get pounds. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.
lb = kg × 2.20462262185Worked example
1 kg = 2.20462262185 lb. Change the amount in the calculator above to use your own value.
Units and assumptions
Uses the international avoirdupois pound: one pound is exactly 0.45359237 kilograms. These are mass conversions; converting volume to mass needs the material’s density.
Calculator results use floating-point arithmetic and are rounded for display. The reference table below uses up to 12 significant digits.
Kilograms to Pounds table
| Kilograms (kg) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 0 | 0 |
| 1 | 2.20462262185 |
| 5 | 11.0231131092 |
| 10 | 22.0462262185 |
| 25 | 55.1155655462 |
| 100 | 220.462262185 |
| 1,000 | 2,204.62262185 |
About this conversion
What is the formula for kilograms to pounds?
lb = kg × 2.20462262185. Multiply the amount in kilograms by 2.20462262185 to get pounds. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.
How do I convert back to kilograms?
Use the pounds to kilograms 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 weight converter to browse all supported pairs.