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Convert Kilograms to Pounds (kg to lb)
1 kg = 2.20462262 lb. Convert kilograms to pounds with the exact factor, a common-values table and a free converter.
Conversion factor
lb = kg × 2.20462262
1 kg = 2.20462262 lb
Multiply by 2.20462262 lb to go from kilograms to pounds, or divide by it to come back. The factor and every value below are computed by the same converter that runs at /convert, so this page and the tool cannot disagree.
kg to lb table
| Kilograms (kg) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 kg | 2.20462262 lb |
| 2 kg | 4.40924524 lb |
| 5 kg | 11.0231131 lb |
| 10 kg | 22.0462262 lb |
| 20 kg | 44.0924524 lb |
| 50 kg | 110.231131 lb |
| 100 kg | 220.462262 lb |
Every figure is computed at build time by the site’s own converter from the mass unit registry. For a value that is not listed, put it into the interactive converter.
Frequently asked questions
How many pounds are in one kilogram?
One kilogram is 2.20462262 lb, so 100 kg is 220.462262 lb.
What is the formula to convert kilograms to pounds?
lb = kg × 2.20462262. Multiply the value in kilograms by 2.20462262 to get pounds.
How do I convert pounds back to kilograms?
kg = lb × 0.45359237, so 1 lb is 0.45359237 kg. The lb to kg page carries the same table in that direction.