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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.

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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

Common kilograms values converted to pounds
Kilograms (kg)Pounds (lb)
1 kg2.20462262 lb
2 kg4.40924524 lb
5 kg11.0231131 lb
10 kg22.0462262 lb
20 kg44.0924524 lb
50 kg110.231131 lb
100 kg220.462262 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.