Weight conversion
1 lbs to kg
0.45 kg
1 pounds = 0.45 kilograms. Exact factor: kg = lbs × 0.45359237.
Live converter
Edit either field — the other updates instantly. Type decimal values like 38.4.
The formula
kg = lbs × 0.45359237
Worked example: 1 × 0.45359237 = 0.45 kg.
Values near 1 lbs
| lbs | kg |
|---|---|
| 0.25 | 0.11 |
| 0.5 | 0.23 |
| 0.75 | 0.34 |
| 1this page | 0.45 |
| 1.25 | 0.57 |
| 1.5 | 0.68 |
| 1.75 | 0.79 |
Frequently asked
How do you convert pounds to kilograms?
Apply the formula kg = lbs × 0.45359237. Enter any value in the live converter above and the result updates as you type.
What is 1 lbs in kg?
1 lbs equals 0.45 kg. The reference table below shows the values immediately around 1 lbs.
Is this conversion exact?
Yes. The international avoirdupois pound has been defined as exactly 0.45359237 kg since 1959, so this is a definition rather than a measurement.