Weight Converter
Convert weights between kilograms (kg) and pounds (lb) quickly and accurately. Perfect for cooking, fitness, and shipping calculations.
How it works
How to Convert Weight
Our weight converter makes it easy to switch between kilograms and pounds. Enter a weight value and select the conversion direction.
Example 1: Body Weight
Convert 70 kg to pounds. Using the conversion factor: 70 × 2.20462 = 154.32 lb. A person weighing 70 kg weighs approximately 154 pounds.
Example 2: Package Weight
Convert 5 lb to kilograms. Using the conversion factor: 5 ÷ 2.20462 = 2.27 kg. A 5-pound package weighs approximately 2.27 kg.
Example 3: Cooking Ingredients
If a recipe calls for 1 kg of flour, that's approximately 2.2 pounds. For 2 pounds of meat, that's about 0.91 kg.
Formula
Kilograms to Pounds: Pounds = Kilograms × 2.20462
Pounds to Kilograms: Kilograms = Pounds ÷ 2.20462 (or Pounds × 0.453592)
Conversion Factor
1 kilogram = 2.20462 pounds
1 pound = 0.453592 kilograms
Common Weights
- 1 kg ≈ 2.2 lb
- 5 kg ≈ 11.02 lb
- 10 kg ≈ 22.05 lb
- 50 kg ≈ 110.23 lb
- 100 kg ≈ 220.46 lb