How to convert pound-force feet to newton metres
N·m = lbf·ft × 1.355817948
Example: 5 lbf·ft × 1.355817948 = 6.779089742 N·m
Pound-force Feet to Newton Meters table
| Pound-force Feet (lbf·ft) | Newton Meters (N·m) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 lbf·ft | 0.67790897 N·m |
| 1 lbf·ft | 1.3558179 N·m |
| 2 lbf·ft | 2.7116359 N·m |
| 3 lbf·ft | 4.0674538 N·m |
| 4 lbf·ft | 5.4232718 N·m |
| 5 lbf·ft | 6.7790897 N·m |
| 6 lbf·ft | 8.1349077 N·m |
| 7 lbf·ft | 9.4907256 N·m |
| 8 lbf·ft | 10.846544 N·m |
| 9 lbf·ft | 12.202362 N·m |
| 10 lbf·ft | 13.558179 N·m |
| 15 lbf·ft | 20.337269 N·m |
| 20 lbf·ft | 27.116359 N·m |
| 25 lbf·ft | 33.895449 N·m |
| 30 lbf·ft | 40.674538 N·m |
| 40 lbf·ft | 54.232718 N·m |
| 50 lbf·ft | 67.790897 N·m |
| 75 lbf·ft | 101.68635 N·m |
| 100 lbf·ft | 135.58179 N·m |
| 250 lbf·ft | 338.95449 N·m |
| 500 lbf·ft | 677.90897 N·m |
| 1,000 lbf·ft | 1,355.8179 N·m |
About these units
Pound-force Feet (lbf·ft): A pound-force foot (lbf·ft, ft-lb) is about 1.3558 N·m, used for engine torque and wrench settings in the US.
Newton Meters (N·m): The newton metre (N·m) is the SI unit of torque, used in car specifications and tightening torques.
Frequently asked questions
How many newton metres are in 1 pound-force foot?
1 pound-force foot (lbf·ft) equals 1.355817948 newton metres (N·m).
How do I convert lbf·ft to N·m?
Multiply the value in pound-force feet by 1.355817948. For example, 5 lbf·ft × 1.355817948 = 6.779089742 N·m.
How do I convert newton metres back to pound-force feet?
Multiply by 0.7375621493 (or divide by 1.355817948). 1 N·m = 0.7375621493 lbf·ft.
What is a pound-force foot?
A pound-force foot (lbf·ft, ft-lb) is about 1.3558 N·m, used for engine torque and wrench settings in the US.
Conversion factors come from exact international definitions (NIST SP 811, BIPM) where they exist. Results show up to 10 significant digits. Need every torque unit at once? Use the Torque Converter.