Definition of a kilogram

Kilogram is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI). It is defined as the mass of a particular cylinder of platinum-iridium alloy that is kept at the International Bureau of Weights and Measures in France. The kilogram is equal to the mass of the cylinder, which has a height of 39.17 millimeters and a diameter of 39.17 millimeters, and is known as the International Prototype of the Kilogram. The definition of the kilogram was updated in May 2019, which now links it to the Planck constant, a fundamental constant of nature, rather than a physical object. This updated definition ensures that the kilogram will always be based on a constant of nature and not subject to variations in the physical world.










1 kilogram is how many pounds?

1 kg = 2.20462 lbs

Reverse conversion: lbs to kg

How to convert Kilograms to Pounds?

To convert kilograms (kg) to pounds (lbs), you can use the following formula:

  • 1 kg = 2.20462 lbs

Therefore, to convert a weight in kilograms to pounds, multiply the weight in kilograms by 2.20462.

Example convert kg to lbs

For example, if you want to convert 70 kilograms to pounds:

  • 70 kg x 2.20462 = 154.324 lbs

So, 70 kilograms is equal to 154.324 pounds.

How many Pounds in a Kilogram (lb in kg)

There are 2.20462 pounds in one kilogram:

1 kg = 2.2046 lb

kg to lbs conversions

Table for Kilograms to Pounds

Kilograms Pounds
1 2.20462
2 4.40924
3 6.61387
4 8.81849
5 11.02311
6 13.22774
7 15.43236
8 17.63698
9 19.84161
10 22.04623

Kilogram conversion

Unit Value
1 kg 1000 g
1 kg 2.20462262 pounds
1 kg 0.157473044 stones
1 kg 35.2739619 ounces
1 kg 0.001 ton (metric)
1 kg 100 dag

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