WeightKilograms to pounds
1 kilogram = 2.2046 pounds.
1 kilogram = 2.2046 pounds. Multiply by 2.2046.
Common amounts
| kg | lb |
|---|---|
| 1 kg | 2.2046 lb |
| 5 kg | 11.0231 lb |
| 10 kg | 22.0462 lb |
| 25 kg | 55.1156 lb |
| 50 kg | 110.23 lb |
| 100 kg | 220.46 lb |
How it works
How to convert kilograms to pounds
lb = kg × 2.2046.
Worked examples: 5 kilograms = 11.023 pounds; 50 kilograms = 110.23 pounds.
About kilograms and pounds
The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass. The avoirdupois pound is exactly 0.45359237 kg, or 16 ounces.
When you'd convert kilograms to pounds
Body weight, luggage limits and gym plates: a 23 kg bag allowance is about 50.7 lb.
Common mistake: ounces of weight and fluid ounces of volume are different units; they only line up for water, roughly.
To go the other way, use the pounds to kilograms converter.
The converter on this page works out the answer in your browser as you type, and shows the factor so you can check it by hand.
Questions
How do I convert kilograms to pounds?
1 kilogram = 2.2046 pounds. Multiply by 2.2046.
What does the Converter : Units app add?
The same conversion, plus history, a constants library, and the rest of the unit categories on the phone.