Weight conversion
5 lbs to kg
2.27 kg
5 pounds = 2.27 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: 5 × 0.45359237 = 2.27 kg.
Values near 5 lbs
| lbs | kg |
|---|---|
| 4.25 | 1.93 |
| 4.5 | 2.04 |
| 4.75 | 2.15 |
| 5this page | 2.27 |
| 5.25 | 2.38 |
| 5.5 | 2.49 |
| 5.75 | 2.61 |
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 5 lbs in kg?
5 lbs equals 2.27 kg. The reference table below shows the values immediately around 5 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.