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Foot-pound to Kilojoule Converter

Convert Foot-pounds to Kilojoules

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How to Convert Foot-pounds to Kilojoules

To convert foot-pounds (ft-lb) to kilojoules (kJ), multiply the number of foot-pounds by 0.00135582. This is because 1 foot-pound is equal to 1.35582 joules, and 1 kilojoule is 1,000 joules.

Formula

Kilojoules = Foot-pounds × 0.00135582

or

kJ = ft-lb × 0.00135582

Step-by-step process

  1. Take the measurement in foot-pounds
  2. Multiply that number by 0.00135582
  3. The result is the equivalent energy in kilojoules

Examples

  • 1,000 ft-lb = 1,000 × 0.00135582 = 1.35582 kJ
  • 5,000 ft-lb = 5,000 × 0.00135582 = 6.7791 kJ
  • 10,000 ft-lb = 10,000 × 0.00135582 = 13.5582 kJ

Common Foot-pounds to Kilojoules Conversions

Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:

Foot-pounds (ft-lb) Kilojoules (kJ) Foot-pounds (ft-lb) Kilojoules (kJ)
100 0.1356 5,000 6.7791
250 0.339 10,000 13.558
500 0.6779 25,000 33.895
1,000 1.3558 50,000 67.791
2,500 3.3895 100,000 135.58

Other conversions from foot-pounds

Foot-pounds can be converted to various other units of energy. Here are some common conversions:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many foot-pounds are in a kilojoule?

There are approximately 737.562 foot-pounds in one kilojoule.