Kg to Lbs: Formula, Chart & How to Convert Kilograms to Pounds
To convert kilograms to pounds, multiply the weight in kilograms by 2.20462. To go the other way, multiply pounds by 0.453592 (or divide by 2.20462). So 10 kg = 22.05 lb, and 150 lb = 68.04 kg. The kilogram is the metric (SI) unit of mass; the pound is the imperial/US customary unit. One pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms, which is where every conversion below comes from.
What is the formula to convert kg to lbs?
The formula is simple:
pounds = kilograms × 2.20462
For a quick mental estimate, double the kilograms and add about 10% (e.g. 30 kg → 60 + 6 = 66 lb, close to the exact 66.14 lb). For precise results, use the full factor or our Kilograms to Pounds converter.
What is the formula to convert lbs to kg?
kilograms = pounds × 0.453592
A handy shortcut is to halve the pounds and subtract about 10% (e.g. 100 lb → 50 − 5 = 45 kg, close to the exact 45.36 kg). For exact values use the Pounds to Kilograms converter.
Kilograms to pounds conversion chart
| Kilograms (kg) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 kg | 2.20 lb |
| 5 kg | 11.02 lb |
| 10 kg | 22.05 lb |
| 20 kg | 44.09 lb |
| 50 kg | 110.23 lb |
| 75 kg | 165.35 lb |
| 100 kg | 220.46 lb |
Pounds to kilograms conversion chart
| Pounds (lb) | Kilograms (kg) |
|---|---|
| 1 lb | 0.45 kg |
| 10 lb | 4.54 kg |
| 50 lb | 22.68 kg |
| 100 lb | 45.36 kg |
| 150 lb | 68.04 kg |
| 200 lb | 90.72 kg |
Where are kg and lbs used?
Most of the world measures weight in kilograms, while the United States and, informally, the UK still use pounds. You'll most often need to convert between them for body weight and fitness, international shipping and luggage limits, cooking with recipes from another country, and reading product specs. Because the conversion is a fixed factor, the same formula works for any of these situations.
Helpful tools
- Kilograms to Pounds Converter
- Pounds to Kilograms Converter
- Weight Converter — for grams, ounces, stones, and more.