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Kilograms to Pounds Converter
Sign up to favourite this calculatorConvert kilograms to pounds instantly and accurately. Enter a weight in kilograms — or switch direction to go from pounds to kilograms — and the result updates as you type.
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- An estimate from the numbers you entered, for guidance only. It is not financial, tax or medical advice.
- Calculator version 1, last updated 26 October 2026.
- Source: UK Weights and Measures Act 1985, Schedule 1: definition of the pound.
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How to use this calculator
Choose a direction — Kilograms → Pounds or Pounds → Kilograms — then type the weight in the unit on the left of the arrow. The converted figure updates as you type, rounded to 2 decimal places.
What do I need to enter?
- Direction — Kilograms → Pounds or Pounds → Kilograms. It decides whether the amount is multiplied or divided by 2.2046226218.
- Amount to convert — the weight in the unit selected above, from 0 to 10,000,000.
What does the result show?
- Pounds or Kilograms — the converted weight, in whichever unit you are converting to.
- Conversion rate — the rate in use: 1 kg = 2.2046 lb, or 1 lb = 0.4536 kg.
Common kilogram to pound conversions
Frequently looked-up weights, rounded to 2 decimal places.
| Kilograms | Pounds |
|---|---|
| 0.5 kg | 1.10 lb |
| 1 kg | 2.20 lb |
| 2 kg | 4.41 lb |
| 5 kg | 11.02 lb |
| 10 kg | 22.05 lb |
| 20 kg | 44.09 lb |
| 50 kg | 110.23 lb |
| 75 kg | 165.35 lb |
| 100 kg | 220.46 lb |
How to convert kilograms to pounds
Use the following formula:
Pounds = Kilograms × 2.2046226218
- One kilogram is equal to approximately 2.20462 pounds.
Example: convert 10 kilograms to pounds
10 × 2.2046226218 = 22.046226218
Therefore: 10 kg = 22.05 lb.
To go the other way, divide the weight in pounds by 2.2046226218 — or use the direction toggle above the calculator, which does the same thing instantly.
Sources
The conversion factor follows the definition of the pound as exactly 0.453 592 37 kilogram in Schedule 1 of the UK Weights and Measures Act 1985. One kilogram is therefore 1 ÷ 0.45359237 = 2.2046226218 pounds.
Frequently asked questions
How many pounds are in a kilogram?
One kilogram equals 2.2046226218 pounds. This calculator uses that exact figure rather than the rounded 2.2 shortcut, so results stay accurate even for large weights.
How do I convert pounds to kilograms?
Switch the direction toggle to "Pounds → Kilograms" and enter the weight in pounds. The calculator divides by 2.2046226218 to give you the equivalent in kilograms.
Why does my result show more or fewer decimal places elsewhere?
This tool rounds to 2 decimal places, which is accurate enough for almost any everyday use. If you need more precision, multiply your kilogram figure by 2.2046226218 directly.
Is 1 kg exactly 2.2 lb?
No — 2.2 is a convenient rounding. The precise conversion factor is 2.2046226218 lb per kg, which is what this calculator uses internally before rounding the final answer.
Last updated 26 October 2026. Source: UK Weights and Measures Act 1985, Schedule 1: definition of the pound.