Convert joules to foot-pounds
Joule (J) to foot-pound (ft·lb). One joule equals 0.737562 foot-pounds.
Formula
Joule to foot-pound conversion table
| Joules | Foot-pounds | Foot-pounds | Joules |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 J | 0.737562 ft·lb | 1 ft·lb | 1.3558 J |
| 2 J | 1.4751 ft·lb | 2 ft·lb | 2.7116 J |
| 3 J | 2.2127 ft·lb | 3 ft·lb | 4.0675 J |
| 5 J | 3.6878 ft·lb | 5 ft·lb | 6.7791 J |
| 10 J | 7.3756 ft·lb | 10 ft·lb | 13.5582 J |
| 20 J | 14.7512 ft·lb | 20 ft·lb | 27.1164 J |
| 50 J | 36.8781 ft·lb | 50 ft·lb | 67.7909 J |
| 100 J | 73.7562 ft·lb | 100 ft·lb | 135.58 J |
| 500 J | 368.78 ft·lb | 500 ft·lb | 677.91 J |
| 1000 J | 737.56 ft·lb | 1000 ft·lb | 1355.82 J |
To convert joules to foot-pounds, divide the number of joules by 1.3558. One joule equals 0.737562 foot-pounds, and one foot-pound equals 1.3558 joules, so the relationship is fixed and exact. As a worked example, 10 J comes to 7.3756 ft·lb. Enter your own figure in the converter above to get an instant answer, or use the swap button to flip the direction. This is a energy conversion, and like every tool on UnitGlide it runs locally in your browser with no account or upload required. The table further down shows a range of common joule values already worked out in foot-pounds, plus the reverse foot-pound to joule direction, which is handy for quick reference or double-checking a result by hand.
Frequently asked questions
How many foot-pounds are in a joule?
One joule equals 0.737562 foot-pounds. The ratio is constant, so you can multiply any number of joules by 0.737562 to get foot-pounds.
What is the formula to convert joules to foot-pounds?
Use foot-pounds = joules ÷ 1.3558. UnitGlide applies this exact formula for every value, so results stay accurate across the whole range.
How do I convert foot-pounds back to joules?
Go the other way by using one foot-pound equals 1.3558 joules. You can also press the swap button in the converter above to flip the direction in one click.
Is this joule to foot-pound converter accurate?
Yes. It uses internationally defined SI conversion factors, as maintained by the BIPM, and all math runs in your browser so nothing is rounded away on a server. For everyday use the displayed precision is more than enough.