The Unit Converters

Pound to Kilogram

1 Pound = 0.453592 Kilogram


Conversion Formula

To convert Pound to Kilogram, multiply the value by 0.453592.

Pound × 0.453592 = Kilogram

Quick Reference

lb kg
1 0.453592
5 2.26796
10 4.53592
25 11.3398
50 22.6796
100 45.3592
500 226.796
1000 453.592

What is Pound?

The pound (symbol: lb) is a unit of mass used in the British imperial and United States customary systems.

The international avoirdupois pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms.

Common Uses

The pound is the primary unit of mass used in the United States for most purposes, including body weight and measuring food. It is also used occasionally in the United Kingdom.

What is Kilogram?

The kilogram (symbol: kg) is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI).

Since 2019, it has been defined in terms of the Planck constant. It is approximately equal to the mass of one liter of water.

Common Uses

The kilogram is the most widely used unit of mass for most everyday purposes globally, including measuring body weight, groceries, and heavy industrial materials.

How many kilogram are in a pound?

There are 0.453592 kilogram in 1 pound.


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