Torque converter
Convert Foot-pounds to Newton-meters (ft-lb to Nm)
1 ft-lb = 1.3558 Nm. Fastener torque specs between metric and imperial.
Foot-pounds to newton-meters conversion table
| ft-lb | Nm |
|---|---|
| 1 ft-lb | 1.3558 Nm |
| 5 ft-lb | 6.7791 Nm |
| 10 ft-lb | 13.5582 Nm |
| 25 ft-lb | 33.8954 Nm |
| 50 ft-lb | 67.7909 Nm |
| 100 ft-lb | 135.582 Nm |
| 200 ft-lb | 271.164 Nm |
How to convert foot-pounds to newton-meters
Multiply the value in foot-pounds by 1.3558 to get newton-meters. 1 ft-lb equals 1.3558 Nm, and 1 Nm equals 0.737562 ft-lb.
About these units
The foot-pound is the US torque unit, one pound-force on a one-foot arm. Torque wrenches and US fastener charts are calibrated in foot-pounds.
The newton-meter is the SI torque unit, one newton of force on a one-meter arm. Metric fastener torque specs and servo ratings use newton-meters.
Common questions
How many newton-meters are in a foot-pound?
1 ft-lb equals 1.3558 Nm.
How do you convert foot-pounds to newton-meters?
Multiply the value in foot-pounds by 1.3558 to get newton-meters. 1 ft-lb equals 1.3558 Nm, and 1 Nm equals 0.737562 ft-lb.