Weight converter
Kilograms to Pounds
If you need to know how many Pounds one Kilograms contains, the answer is 2.204623. The conversion is linear, so 10 kg is 22.046226 lb and 100 kg is 220.462262 lb. Use the converter for any other value.
Formula 1 kg = 2.204623 lb
Need the other direction? Pounds to Kilograms.
How to convert Kilograms to Pounds
The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass; since 2019 it is defined by the Planck constant. The international avoirdupois pound is exactly 0.45359237 kilograms.
To convert Kilograms to Pounds, multiply the value in kg by 2.204623. For example, 10 kg × 2.204623 = 22.046226 lb. This works because the ratio between the two units is constant for every value in weight.
Worked examples
| kg | lb |
|---|---|
| 1 kg | 2.204623 lb |
| 2.5 kg | 5.511557 lb |
| 5 kg | 11.023113 lb |
| 10 kg | 22.046226 lb |
| 25 kg | 55.115566 lb |
| 50 kg | 110.231131 lb |
| 100 kg | 220.462262 lb |
Reverse conversion
| lb | kg |
|---|---|
| 1 lb | 0.45359237 kg |
| 5 lb | 2.267962 kg |
| 10 lb | 4.535924 kg |
| 25 lb | 11.339809 kg |
| 50 lb | 22.679619 kg |
| 100 lb | 45.359237 kg |
When this conversion is useful
This is the calculation you need when you are comparing body weight, shipping weight or a recipe across metric and imperial units. Because the factor is fixed, you can use the same number for a single measurement or for a batch: 1,000 kg is 2,204.62 lb.
Is the conversion exact?
Yes for practical use: the factors come from international definitions, with rounding applied only for display.
Reference: BIPM SI Brochure and NIST SP 811. Last reviewed: 2026-11-01.
kg to lb conversion chart
The chart lists the most requested values. For a value that is not here, use the converter at the top of the page.
| Kilograms (kg) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 kg | 2.204623 lb |
| 2 kg | 4.409245 lb |
| 3 kg | 6.613868 lb |
| 4 kg | 8.81849 lb |
| 5 kg | 11.023113 lb |
| 6 kg | 13.227736 lb |
| 7 kg | 15.432358 lb |
| 8 kg | 17.636981 lb |
| 9 kg | 19.841604 lb |
| 10 kg | 22.046226 lb |
| 11 kg | 24.250849 lb |
| 12 kg | 26.455471 lb |
| 13 kg | 28.660094 lb |
| 14 kg | 30.864717 lb |
| 15 kg | 33.069339 lb |
| 16 kg | 35.273962 lb |
| 17 kg | 37.478585 lb |
| 18 kg | 39.683207 lb |
| 19 kg | 41.88783 lb |
| 20 kg | 44.092452 lb |
| 21 kg | 46.297075 lb |
| 22 kg | 48.501698 lb |
| 23 kg | 50.70632 lb |
| 24 kg | 52.910943 lb |
| 25 kg | 55.115566 lb |
| 26 kg | 57.320188 lb |
| 27 kg | 59.524811 lb |
| 28 kg | 61.729433 lb |
| 29 kg | 63.934056 lb |
| 30 kg | 66.138679 lb |
| 31 kg | 68.343301 lb |
| 32 kg | 70.547924 lb |
| 33 kg | 72.752547 lb |
| 34 kg | 74.957169 lb |
| 35 kg | 77.161792 lb |
| 36 kg | 79.366414 lb |
| 37 kg | 81.571037 lb |
| 38 kg | 83.77566 lb |
| 39 kg | 85.980282 lb |
| 40 kg | 88.184905 lb |
| 41 kg | 90.389527 lb |
| 42 kg | 92.59415 lb |
| 43 kg | 94.798773 lb |
| 44 kg | 97.003395 lb |
| 45 kg | 99.208018 lb |
| 46 kg | 101.412641 lb |
| 47 kg | 103.617263 lb |
| 48 kg | 105.821886 lb |
| 49 kg | 108.026508 lb |
| 50 kg | 110.231131 lb |
| 60 kg | 132.277357 lb |
| 70 kg | 154.323584 lb |
| 80 kg | 176.36981 lb |
| 90 kg | 198.416036 lb |
| 100 kg | 220.462262 lb |
Frequently asked questions
How many Pounds are in 1 Kilograms?
1 kg equals 2.204623 lb.
How do I convert Kilograms to Pounds?
Multiply the kg value by 2.204623. Example: 25 kg = 55.115566 lb.
What is 2.5 kg in lb?
2.5 kg = 5.511557 lb.
Is the kg to lb conversion exact?
Yes for practical use: the factors come from international definitions, with rounding applied only for display.
Does the calculator work offline?
Yes. The conversion runs in your browser with JavaScript, so it works after the page has loaded, even without a connection.