1 pound to kilograms

1 pound equals 0.4536 kilograms. Rounded, that is about 0.5 kilograms.

Exact result0.4536 kilograms
Rounded0.5 kilograms
Conversion factor1 pound = 0.453592 kilograms
Reverse1 kilogram = 2.20462 pounds

pound to kilogram conversion table

poundskilograms
1 pound0.4536 kilograms
1.5 pounds0.6804 kilograms
2 pounds0.9072 kilograms
2.5 pounds1.134 kilograms
3 pounds1.361 kilograms
4 pounds1.814 kilograms
5 pounds2.268 kilograms
6 pounds2.722 kilograms
7 pounds3.175 kilograms
7.5 pounds3.402 kilograms

How to convert 1 pound to kilograms

Multiply the value in pound by 0.453592: 1 × 0.453592 = 0.4536 kilograms. To convert back, multiply by 2.20462.

Good to know

For a quick estimate, halve the pounds and subtract 10 % of the result. Scales in most countries show kilograms, so 1 lb on a US scale is about 0.5 kg on a European one.

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Frequently asked questions

How many kilograms is 1 pound?

1 pound is 0.4536 kilograms.

What is the formula for pound to kilogram?

Multiply by 0.453592. To go the other way, multiply by 2.20462.

Can I convert other values?

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