Kilocalorie/kilograms to BTU/pounds (kcal/kg to BTU/lb)
Free online kilocalorie/kilogram to btu/pound converter. Type a value, get an instant exact result — plus the formula, a ready-made conversion table, and reverse conversion.
FUEL EFFICIENCY (MASS) CONVERTER — INSTANT RESULT
Formula: multiply the kilocalorie/kilogram value by 1.79879597 — i.e. BTU/lb = kcal/kg × 1.79879597
Quick check: 1 kcal/kg = 1.79879597 BTU/lb
Quick check: 1 kcal/kg = 1.79879597 BTU/lb
Kilocalorie/kilograms to BTU/pounds conversion table
| Kilocalorie/kilograms (kcal/kg) | BTU/pounds (BTU/lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 kcal/kg | 1.79879597 BTU/lb |
| 2 kcal/kg | 3.59759193 BTU/lb |
| 3 kcal/kg | 5.3963879 BTU/lb |
| 4 kcal/kg | 7.19518386 BTU/lb |
| 5 kcal/kg | 8.99397983 BTU/lb |
| 6 kcal/kg | 10.79277579 BTU/lb |
| 7 kcal/kg | 12.59157176 BTU/lb |
| 8 kcal/kg | 14.39036773 BTU/lb |
| 9 kcal/kg | 16.18916369 BTU/lb |
| 10 kcal/kg | 17.98795966 BTU/lb |
| 15 kcal/kg | 26.98193949 BTU/lb |
| 20 kcal/kg | 35.97591932 BTU/lb |
| 25 kcal/kg | 44.96989915 BTU/lb |
| 30 kcal/kg | 53.96387897 BTU/lb |
| 40 kcal/kg | 71.95183863 BTU/lb |
| 50 kcal/kg | 89.93979829 BTU/lb |
| 75 kcal/kg | 134.90969744 BTU/lb |
| 100 kcal/kg | 179.87959658 BTU/lb |
| 250 kcal/kg | 449.69899145 BTU/lb |
| 500 kcal/kg | 899.3979829 BTU/lb |
| 1,000 kcal/kg | 1,798.79596581 BTU/lb |
How to convert kilocalorie/kilograms to btu/pounds
To convert kilocalorie/kilograms to btu/pounds, multiply the amount in kilocalorie/kilograms by 1.79879597. For example, 10 kcal/kg = 17.98795966 BTU/lb. To convert in the other direction, divide by the same factor, or use the ⇄ swap button above.
Convert specific energy (heating value) of fuels between J/kg, kcal/kg and BTU/lb. Gasoline's lower heating value is about 44 MJ/kg.
Frequently asked questions
How many btu/pounds are in one kilocalorie/kilogram?
One kilocalorie/kilogram is exactly 1.79879597 btu/pounds.
How do I convert kcal/kg to BTU/lb?
Multiply the kcal/kg value by 1.79879597 to get BTU/lb. The converter at the top of this page does this automatically and works in both directions.
How much is 100 kilocalorie/kilograms in btu/pounds?
100 kilocalorie/kilograms equals 179.87959658 btu/pounds.