Kilonewtons to metric tons-force
Type a value in kilonewtons to see it in metric tons-force straight away, or type in the second box to convert back.
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How to use it
- Type the value in the kilonewtons box.
- Read the result in metric tons-force as you type, and pick the precision you need.
- Swap the direction to convert back, or copy the result.
How it is calculated
tf = kN × 0.1019716213
Multiply the value in kilonewtons by 0.1019716213 to get metric tons-force.
Example
To convert 25 kN to metric tons-force: 25 × 0.1019716213 = 2.54929 tf.
Conversion table
| Kilonewtons (kN) | Metric tons-force (tf) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.101972 |
| 2 | 0.203943 |
| 3 | 0.305915 |
| 5 | 0.509858 |
| 10 | 1.01972 |
| 20 | 2.03943 |
| 25 | 2.54929 |
| 50 | 5.09858 |
| 100 | 10.1972 |
| 250 | 25.4929 |
| 500 | 50.9858 |
| 1,000 | 101.972 |
About the units
- Kilonewton
- Exactly 1000 newtons, the usual unit for structural loads, anchor ratings and climbing gear.
- Metric ton-force
- The weight of one metric ton (1000 kg) under standard gravity, exactly 9806.65 newtons, used for press and crane capacity.
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 metric tons-force are in one kilonewton?
1 kN = 0.101972 tf exactly.
How do I convert kilonewtons to metric tons-force?
Use tf = kN × 0.1019716213. For example, 25 kN = 2.54929 tf.
How many kilonewtons are in one metric ton-force?
1 tf = 9.80665 kN.
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.