Torque Converter
Enter a torque value and choose a starting unit to convert between newton-meters, foot-pounds, and inch-pounds.
Last updated: September 5, 2026
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert Nm to ft-lbs?
Divide by 1.35582 - 1 newton-meter equals about 0.7376 foot-pounds. For example, 100 Nm converts to roughly 73.76 ft-lb, a common conversion when a torque wrench spec is given in the unit your wrench doesn't use.
Why does a lug nut or bolt spec list torque in Nm sometimes and ft-lb other times?
Manufacturers based in metric-standard countries (and most of the auto industry globally) spec torque in newton-meters, while US-market torque wrenches and repair manuals often use foot-pounds - this converter bridges the two so you can match your spec to your wrench's units.
What's the difference between foot-pounds and inch-pounds?
Both measure torque (a twisting force), but inch-pounds are 1/12th the size of foot-pounds, since a foot is 12 inches - inch-pounds are used for smaller fasteners where foot-pounds would be too coarse a unit (12 in-lb = 1 ft-lb).
Is 'nm ft lbs,' 'nm to ft-lbs,' and 'newton meters to foot pounds' all the same conversion?
Yes - "Nm" here is short for newton-meters (not nanometers, despite the abbreviation looking similar), and all of these phrasings ask for the same conversion this tool does: newton-meters to foot-pounds.
How many inch-pounds is 100 Nm?
About 885.1 in-lb - 100 Nm × 8.851 (the Nm-to-in-lb factor), useful for small-fastener specs given in newton-meters.
Is more torque always better when tightening a bolt?
No - both under-tightening and over-tightening are problems. Manufacturer torque specs (whether in Nm, ft-lb, or in-lb) exist because over-torquing can strip threads or warp parts, while under-torquing risks the fastener loosening over time, so matching the exact spec matters more than 'more is better.'
How many ft-lb is 12 in-lb?
Exactly 1 ft-lb - inch-pounds convert to foot-pounds by dividing by 12, since a foot-pound is defined as 12 inch-pounds of torque.