Kilograms to Pounds conversion calculator

Convert kilograms to pounds with this easy-to-use calculator. Simply enter the weight in kilograms and get the equivalent weight in pounds.

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Results

Weight in Pounds: 0.00

Calculation Formula

1 kg = 2.20462 lbs

Where:
1 kg = 1 kilogram
1 lb = 1 pound

Kilograms to Pounds conversion calculator Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the Kilograms to Pounds conversion calculator calculator and its working principles

How to Use the Calculator

  1. Enter the weight in kilograms in the input field labeled "Weight in Kilograms".
  2. Click the "Calculate" button to convert the weight to pounds.
  3. The result in pounds will be displayed in the "Calculation Results" section.
  4. If you want to start over, click the "Reset" button to clear all input fields.

Working Principle

The calculator uses the standard conversion factor between kilograms and pounds:

1 kilogram (kg) = 2.20462 pounds (lbs)

This conversion factor is based on the international avoirdupois pound, which is commonly used in the United States and other countries.

Example

If you enter 70 kilograms, the calculator will display:

154.32 pounds

Additional Information

Kilograms and pounds are both units of mass:

  • A kilogram is a unit of mass in the metric system, equal to one thousand grams.
  • A pound is a unit of mass (or weight) in the imperial and US customary systems, commonly used in the United States.