Convert Newton-meters (N·m) to Foot Pounds (ft·lb)

1 newton-meter equals 0.737562 foot pounds.

Formula: ft·lb = N·m × 0.737562

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What Is a Newton-Meter?

The newton-meter (N·m) is the SI unit of torque. One N·m equals the torque produced by a force of one newton applied at a perpendicular distance of one meter from the pivot point. It is the standard torque unit in European and Asian automotive manuals, bicycle specifications, and all scientific work.

What Is a Foot-Pound?

The foot-pound (ft·lb) is the US customary unit of torque. One ft·lb equals the torque produced by one pound-force applied at one foot from the pivot. It is the dominant torque unit in US automotive repair, specified by SAE International standards.

Newton-Meters to Foot-Pounds Formula

To convert N·m to ft·lb, multiply by 0.7375621:

ft·lb = N·m × 0.7375621

Worked Example

Convert 100 N·m to foot-pounds: 100 × 0.7376 = 73.76 ft·lb. This is a typical car wheel lug nut torque — if your manual says 100 N·m and your wrench reads in ft·lb, set it to ~74 ft·lb.

Quick Estimation

For a rough mental conversion: multiply N·m by 3/4 (0.75). This gives you an answer within ~2% of exact. Example: 40 N·m × 0.75 = 30 ft·lb (exact: 29.5).

Common Torque Specifications

ApplicationTorque (N·m)Torque (ft·lb)
Car wheel lug nut100–14074–103
Spark plug15–3011–22
Head bolt (car engine)60–9044–66
Bicycle pedal35–4026–30
Bicycle stem bolt5–73.7–5.2
Oil drain plug25–4018–30

When to Use N·m vs ft·lb

  • US automotive shops: ft·lb (SAE standard). Torque wrenches sold in the US read ft·lb by default.
  • European/Asian automotive: N·m (ISO standard). Most global manufacturer manuals use N·m.
  • Bicycles: N·m worldwide. Carbon fiber components especially require precise N·m torque.
  • Industrial/scientific: N·m exclusively (SI unit).

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert Nm to ft-lbs?

Multiply the N·m value by 0.7376. Example: 100 N·m × 0.7376 = 73.76 ft·lb. For quick estimation, multiply by 3/4 (within 2% accuracy).

What is 25 Nm in foot pounds?

25 N·m × 0.7376 = 18.44 ft·lb. This is a common torque spec for oil drain plugs and medium automotive fasteners.

Is torque the same as force?

No. Force is a push or pull (measured in Newtons or pounds). Torque = force × distance from the pivot point. A longer wrench multiplies your applied force into greater torque on the fastener.

Why do car manuals list torque in both Nm and ft-lbs?

The US uses ft·lb (SAE standard) while the rest of the world uses N·m (ISO standard). International vehicle manufacturers list both units so the same manual works in all markets.

Common Newton-meter to Foot-pound Conversions

Newton-meter to Foot-pound (Part 1)
Newton-meter Foot-pound Actions
1 newton-meter 0.737562 foot pounds
2 Newton-meters 1.47512 foot pounds
3 Newton-meters 2.21269 foot pounds
4 Newton-meters 2.95025 foot pounds
5 Newton-meters 3.68781 foot pounds
6 Newton-meters 4.42537 foot pounds
7 Newton-meters 5.16294 foot pounds
8 Newton-meters 5.9005 foot pounds
9 Newton-meters 6.63806 foot pounds
10 Newton-meters 7.37562 foot pounds
12 Newton-meters 8.85075 foot pounds
14 Newton-meters 10.3259 foot pounds
15 Newton-meters 11.0634 foot pounds
Newton-meter to Foot-pound (Part 2)
Newton-meter Foot-pound Actions
18 Newton-meters 13.2761 foot pounds
22 Newton-meters 16.2264 foot pounds
23 Newton-meters 16.9639 foot pounds
25 Newton-meters 18.4391 foot pounds
27 Newton-meters 19.9142 foot pounds
45 Newton-meters 33.1903 foot pounds
90 Newton-meters 66.3806 foot pounds
100 Newton-meters 73.7562 foot pounds
120 Newton-meters 88.5075 foot pounds
150 Newton-meters 110.634 foot pounds
200 Newton-meters 147.512 foot pounds
204 Newton-meters 150.463 foot pounds

Newton-meters to foot pounds Conversion Table

Reference table with common newton-meters to foot pounds conversions. All values calculated with high precision.

Newton-meters to Foot Pounds Table
0.001 to 5

Newton-meters Foot pounds Actions
0.001 N·m 0.000737562 ft·lb
0.0025 N·m 0.00184391 ft·lb
0.005 N·m 0.00368781 ft·lb
0.01 N·m 0.00737562 ft·lb
0.025 N·m 0.0184391 ft·lb
0.05 N·m 0.0368781 ft·lb
0.1 N·m 0.0737562 ft·lb
14 N·m 0.184391 ft·lb
12 N·m 0.368781 ft·lb
1 N·m 0.737562 ft·lb
2 12 N·m 1.84391 ft·lb
5 N·m 3.68781 ft·lb

Newton-meters to Foot Pounds Table
10 to 1000000

Newton-meters Foot pounds Actions
10 N·m 7.37562 ft·lb
25 N·m 18.4391 ft·lb
50 N·m 36.8781 ft·lb
100 N·m 73.7562 ft·lb
250 N·m 184.391 ft·lb
500 N·m 368.781 ft·lb
1000 N·m 737.562 ft·lb
2500 N·m 1843.91 ft·lb
5000 N·m 3687.81 ft·lb
10000 N·m 7375.62 ft·lb
25000 N·m 18439.1 ft·lb
50000 N·m 36878.1 ft·lb
100000 N·m 73756.2 ft·lb
250000 N·m 184391 ft·lb
500000 N·m 368781 ft·lb
1000000 N·m 737562 ft·lb

Foot Pounds to Newton-meters Table
0.0001 to 12

Foot pounds Newton-meters Actions
0.0001 ft·lb 0.000135582 N·m
0.00025 ft·lb 0.000338954 N·m
0.0005 ft·lb 0.000677909 N·m
0.001 ft·lb 0.00135582 N·m
0.0025 ft·lb 0.00338954 N·m
0.005 ft·lb 0.00677909 N·m
0.01 ft·lb 0.0135582 N·m
0.025 ft·lb 0.0338954 N·m
0.05 ft·lb 0.0677909 N·m
0.1 ft·lb 0.135582 N·m
14 ft·lb 0.338954 N·m
12 ft·lb 0.677909 N·m

Foot Pounds to Newton-meters Table
1 to 100000

Foot pounds Newton-meters Actions
1 ft·lb 1.35582 N·m
2 12 ft·lb 3.38954 N·m
5 ft·lb 6.77909 N·m
10 ft·lb 13.5582 N·m
25 ft·lb 33.8954 N·m
50 ft·lb 67.7909 N·m
100 ft·lb 135.582 N·m
250 ft·lb 338.954 N·m
500 ft·lb 677.909 N·m
1000 ft·lb 1355.82 N·m
2500 ft·lb 3389.54 N·m
5000 ft·lb 6779.09 N·m
10000 ft·lb 13558.2 N·m
25000 ft·lb 33895.4 N·m
50000 ft·lb 67790.9 N·m
100000 ft·lb 135582 N·m

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Conversion factors verified against NIST, BIPM 1 N·m by definition (SI, BIPM). Last reviewed: March 2026
Adilson Fernandes By Adilson Fernandes
Tiago Fernandes Reviewed by Tiago Fernandes

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