Convert Pounds to Kilograms (lb to kg)

Enter a value in pounds to convert it to kilograms instantly.

Convert Pounds to Kilograms (lb to kg)

Pounds (lb) are an imperial weight unit; kilograms (kg) are the metric standard used by doctors and gyms in the UK. One pound equals 0.45359 kg, so the calculator above gives the answer the instant you type.

The formula

kilograms = pounds × 0.45359. To convert the other way, divide by 0.45359 (or use the swap button above).

Worked example

To convert 150 lb to kilograms: 150 × 0.45359 = 68.0388 kg. To estimate quickly, halve the pounds and take off a little — 150 lb is roughly 68 kg.

Pounds to Kilograms conversion table

lbkg
1 lb0.45359 kg
2 lb0.90718 kg
5 lb2.26796 kg
10 lb4.53592 kg
20 lb9.07184 kg
50 lb22.6796 kg
100 lb45.3592 kg
150 lb68.0388 kg
200 lb90.7184 kg
250 lb113.398 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 lb = 0.45359 kg.
150 × 0.45359 = 68.0388 kg.
Multiply the number of pounds by 0.45359. To estimate quickly, halve the pounds and take off a little — 150 lb is roughly 68 kg.