How do I convert N·m to lbf·ft?

1 N·m = 0.7376 lbf·ft. To convert, multiply N·m by 0.7376. For example, 100 N·m = 73.76 lbf·ft.

What is the difference between lbf·ft and lbf·in?

lbf·ft (pound-foot) and lbf·in (pound-inch) are both US torque units. 1 lbf·ft = 12 lbf·in. lbf·ft is used for larger torques (engines), lbf·in for smaller fasteners.

What torque unit does automotive engineering use?

European and Japanese specs use N·m. US specs often use lbf·ft. This converter handles all common units so you can compare specs across regions easily.

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How to Use the Torque Unit Converter

Enter a torque value, select the source unit, and all six unit conversions appear instantly. Supports N·m, N·cm, kgf·cm, kgf·m, lbf·in, and lbf·ft.

Unit Overview

N·m (Newton-meter): The SI standard for torque. Used globally in automotive, aerospace, and mechanical engineering. 1 N·m = 100 N·cm.

kgf·cm / kgf·m: Gravity-based units common in older Japanese and Korean engineering specs. 1 kgf·m = 9.807 N·m; 1 kgf·cm = 0.098 N·m.

lbf·ft / lbf·in: US customary units for torque. lbf·ft for engines and large fasteners; lbf·in for small bolts. 1 lbf·ft = 1.356 N·m.

Common Use Cases

Compare engine torque specs across regions (N·m vs. lbf·ft), set torque wrenches to the correct value, or convert fastener torque specs from US manuals to metric units.

FAQ

My car manual says 250 N·m — what is that in lbf·ft?

250 N·m × 0.7376 = 184.4 lbf·ft. Enter 250 in the converter with N·m selected to see all unit values at once.

My torque wrench is in lbf·ft but the spec is in N·m — how do I convert?

Enter the N·m value and read the lbf·ft result from the table. For example, 90 N·m ≈ 66.4 lbf·ft.

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