Convert torque from newton-meters to foot-pounds, and see inch-pounds and kilogram-force meters too. Free, private, and runs entirely in your browser.
Multiply the torque in newton-meters by 0.7375621493 to get foot-pounds. The factor follows from the definitions of the newton, the pound-force and the foot.
How many ft-lb is 1 Nm? About 0.7376 ft-lb.
How many Nm is 1 ft-lb? About 1.3558 Nm.
A wheel nut is specified at 100 N·m. In foot-pounds, 100 × 0.7375621 ≈ 73.76 ft-lb, or about 885 in-lb.
Is a lb-ft the same as ft-lb? In torque both mean pound-force times foot, so they are the same.
What is kgf·m? A torque unit in older metric specifications, equal to about 9.807 N·m.
The newton is named for Isaac Newton and became the SI unit of force in 1948. The newton-meter is the SI unit of torque, while the pound-foot comes from the foot-pound-second system used in the United States. Vehicle manuals often list both, which is why converters are common in workshops.
Use this converter for lug nuts, engine bolts, bicycle components and other fasteners where the specification and the wrench use different units. A 40 N·m bike crank bolt is 29.5 ft-lb. Always follow the manufacturer's specification.
How do I convert ft-lb to Nm? Multiply by 1.3558179. The inch-pounds converter handles the smaller unit.
What torque is typical for lug nuts? It varies by vehicle, commonly 80 to 140 ft-lb. Check your manual.