Convert Kilogram to Poundal
Convert kilograms to poundals instantly. 1 kilogram = 70.9888482482 poundal — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Poundal to Kilogram converter for the reverse conversion.
Units explained
Kilogram
The kilogram (kg) is the SI base unit of mass, defined by fixing the Planck constant h at 6.62607015E-34 J s.
From Greek 'khilioi' (thousand) plus 'gramma' (small weight).
The worldwide base unit of mass in science, commerce, and everyday life.
Adopted in 1795; redefined through the Planck constant on 20 May 2019.
Poundal
The poundal (pdl) is the FPS absolute unit of force; its mass-equivalent on this scale is about 0.0141 kg.
Defined in the foot-pound-second absolute system in the late 19th century.
Early 20th-century physics and engineering.
Introduced in the absolute FPS system as an alternative to gravitational units.
Kilogram to Poundal conversion formula
The relationship between kilograms and poundals:
To convert kilograms to poundals, multiply the value in kilograms by 70.9888482482. To reverse, multiply poundals by 0.0140867196.
How to use this converter
Type a value into the calculator. The result in poundals updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Poundal to Kilogram converter for the reverse direction.
Step-by-step: convert kilograms to poundals
- Write down the value in kilograms (kg).
- Multiply that value by the factor 70.9888482482.
- The product is the equivalent value in poundals (pdl).
- To reverse, multiply the poundal value by 0.0140867196.
Worked examples
Example 1 — Convert 1 kg to pdl:
1 × 70.9888482482 = 70.9888482482 pdl
Example 2 — Convert 100 kg to pdl:
100 × 70.9888482482 = 7098.8848248247 pdl
Real-world example — Pet and accessory dimensions
A 3-kilogram dog leash equals a tidy round value in poundals. Pet-supply shopping frequently mixes the two units across product specifications.
3 kg × 70.9888482482 = 212.9665447447 pdl
Real-world example — Fabric and tailoring
One kilogram of fabric converts to a value in poundals commonly used for seam allowances. Garment patterns frequently switch between the two units on a single instruction sheet.
1 kg × 70.9888482482 = 70.9888482482 pdl
Real-world example — Body height conversion (reverse direction)
You measure 1.75 kilograms tall and need to fill in a gym membership form or medical record that asks for height in poundals. This is the most-used everyday length conversion in metric-using countries.
1.75 kg × 70.9888482482 = 124.2304844344 pdl
Kilogram to Poundal conversion table
Standard reference values for converting kilograms to poundals:
| Kilogram [kg] | Poundal [pdl] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.7098884825 |
| 0.1 | 7.0988848248 |
| 1 | 70.9888482482 |
| 2 | 141.9776964965 |
| 3 | 212.9665447447 |
| 4 | 283.955392993 |
| 5 | 354.9442412412 |
| 10 | 709.8884824825 |
| 20 | 1419.7769649649 |
| 30 | 2129.6654474474 |
| 40 | 2839.5539299299 |
| 50 | 3549.4424124123 |
| 100 | 7098.8848248247 |
| 500 | 35494.4241241233 |
| 1000 | 70988.8482482465 |
Frequently asked questions
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Sources & references
Conversion factor (1 kg = 70.9888482482 pdl) verified against the following authoritative sources:
- BIPM — The International System of Units (SI Brochure 9th ed.)
Official BIPM publication defining the seven SI base units (including the meter) and the rules for their use. The global authority on units of measurement.
- NIST — Guide to the SI
US National Institute of Standards and Technology reference covering the SI base and derived units with definitions and usage rules for US technical practice.
- NIST Special Publication 811 — Guide for the Use of the International System of Units
Detailed NIST guide covering exact conversion factors between SI and US customary units along with formatting and rounding conventions.
- NIST — Refinement of values for the yard and pound (Federal Register 1959)
The treaty (signed by US
- International Astronomical Union — System of Astronomical Constants
The IAU defines astronomical units including the AU (149597870700 m exactly) light-year and parsec used in astronomy and astrophysics.