Convert Lbf to kgf

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How to Convert Pound-force to Kilogram-force

Conversion Formula

1 lbf = 0.45359237 kgf

Step-by-Step Explanation

  1. Understand the base relationship:
    1 Pound-force = 4.4482216152605 newtons
    1 Kilogram-force = 9.80665 newtons
  2. Establish the conversion factor:
    1 lbf = (4.4482216152605 N) / (9.80665 N/kgf) = 0.45359237 kgf
  3. Apply the conversion:
    Multiply the value in lbf by 0.45359237 to get the equivalent in kgf

Example Conversion

Convert 5 lbf to kgf:

5 lbf × 0.45359237 = 2.26796185 kgf

Pound-force to Kilogram-force Conversion Table

Pound-force [lbf]Kilogram-force [kgf]
0.01 lbf0.004536 kgf
0.1 lbf0.045359 kgf
1 lbf0.453592 kgf
2 lbf0.907185 kgf
3 lbf1.360777 kgf
5 lbf2.267962 kgf
10 lbf4.535924 kgf
20 lbf9.071847 kgf
50 lbf22.679618 kgf
100 lbf45.359237 kgf
1000 lbf453.59237 kgf

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