Pound-force
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Force of gravity on one avoirdupois pound
About Pound-force (lbf)
The pound-force (lbf) is the gravitational force exerted by one pound of mass at standard gravity (9.80665 m/s-squared), equal to approximately 4.448 newtons. It is the standard force unit in US engineering for structural loads, jet engine thrust ratings, and mechanical testing.
- Category
- Force
- Symbol
- lbf
- Also known as
- pounds-force lbf
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Pound-force (lbf)?
Force of gravity on one avoirdupois pound
How many Newton (N) are in one Pound-force (lbf)?
One Pound-force (lbf) equals 4.4482 Newton (N).
How many Kilonewton (kN) are in one Pound-force (lbf)?
One Pound-force (lbf) equals 0.0044482216 Kilonewton (kN).
How many Meganewton (MN) are in one Pound-force (lbf)?
One Pound-force (lbf) equals 0.0000044482 Meganewton (MN).
How do I convert Pound-force to Newton?
To convert Pound-force to Newton, multiply the value by 4.4482 (1 lbf = 4.4482 N).