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Convert Kilograms to Pounds

kg\text{kg}
=
lb\text{lb}

Kilogram (kg)

The kilogram is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI). It is commonly used for measuring body weight, food quantities, and general mass measurements in most countries worldwide.

Pound (lb)

The pound is a unit of mass in the imperial and US customary systems, equal to approximately 453.6 grams. It is commonly used for measuring body weight, food quantities, and general mass in the United States and some other countries.

Kilograms to Pounds Conversion Table

Kilograms (kg)Pounds (lb)
12.20462
24.40925
511.02312
1022.04624
2044.09249
50110.23122
100220.46244
250551.15611
5001102.31221
10002204.62442

How to Convert Kilograms to Pounds

Conversion factor:

1 kg=2.20462 lb1\,\text{kg} = 2.20462\,\text{lb}

Inverse factor:

1 lb=0.45359 kg1\,\text{lb} = 0.45359\,\text{kg}

Example

Convert 15 kg to lb:

lb=kg×2.20462\text{lb} = \text{kg} \times 2.20462
lb=15×2.20462\text{lb} = 15 \times 2.20462
lb=33.06937\text{lb} = 33.06937
=33.06937 lb= 33.06937 \, \text{lb}

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