The factor
1 kilogram equals 2.20462 pounds. To go from kilograms to pounds, multiply by 2.20462. To go from pounds to kilograms, divide by 2.20462. Results here are rounded to two decimals.
Common weights
| Kilograms | Pounds |
|---|---|
| 1 kg | 2.20 lb |
| 5 kg | 11.02 lb |
| 10 kg | 22.05 lb |
| 50 kg | 110.23 lb |
| 70 kg | 154.32 lb |
| 100 kg | 220.46 lb |
Pounds and ounces
Pounds can also be written as pounds and ounces. 70 kg is 154.32 lb, which is 154 lb and about 5 ounces, since one pound is 16 ounces. The converter shows both forms.
Going the other way
10 lb divided by 2.20462 is 4.54 kg. 150 lb divided by 2.20462 is 68.04 kg. The same factor works in both directions, just in reverse.