Kilograms-force to newtons
Type a value in kilograms-force to see it in newtons straight away, or type in the second box to convert back.
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How to use it
- Type the value in the kilograms-force box.
- Read the result in newtons as you type, and pick the precision you need.
- Swap the direction to convert back, or copy the result.
How it is calculated
N = kgf × 9.80665
Multiply the value in kilograms-force by 9.80665 to get newtons.
Example
To convert 25 kgf to newtons: 25 × 9.80665 = 245.166 N.
Conversion table
| Kilograms-force (kgf) | Newtons (N) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 9.80665 |
| 2 | 19.6133 |
| 3 | 29.42 |
| 5 | 49.0332 |
| 10 | 98.0665 |
| 20 | 196.133 |
| 25 | 245.166 |
| 50 | 490.333 |
| 100 | 980.665 |
| 250 | 2,451.66 |
| 500 | 4,903.33 |
| 1,000 | 9,806.65 |
About the units
- Kilogram-force
- The weight of one kilogram under standard gravity, exactly 9.80665 newtons. It is also called the kilopond (kp).
- Newton
- The SI unit of force: the force that gives a mass of one kilogram an acceleration of one meter per second squared (1 N = 1 kg·m/s²).
Limits and caveats
- Results are rounded for display and computed with the browser's floating point precision (about 15 significant digits).
- Both unit factors are exact by their official definitions.
Questions about this tool
How many newtons are in one kilogram-force?
1 kgf = 9.80665 N exactly.
How do I convert kilograms-force to newtons?
Use N = kgf × 9.80665. For example, 25 kgf = 245.166 N.
How many kilograms-force are in one newton?
1 N = 0.101972 kgf.
What is the difference between a kilogram and a kilogram-force?
The kilogram is a unit of mass, while the kilogram-force is the weight of that mass under standard gravity, exactly 9.80665 newtons. So a 10 kg object presses down with about 98.07 newtons.
Why are climbing ropes and anchors rated in kilonewtons?
The kilonewton is a standard force unit that suits large loads. As a quick estimate, 1 kN is about 102 kilograms-force.