Newtons to kilonewtons
Type a value in newtons to see it in kilonewtons straight away, or type in the second box to convert back.
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How to use it
- Type the value in the newtons box.
- Read the result in kilonewtons as you type, and pick the precision you need.
- Swap the direction to convert back, or copy the result.
How it is calculated
kN = N × 0.001
Multiply the value in newtons by 0.001 to get kilonewtons.
Example
To convert 25 N to kilonewtons: 25 × 0.001 = 0.025 kN.
Conversion table
| Newtons (N) | Kilonewtons (kN) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.001 |
| 2 | 0.002 |
| 3 | 0.003 |
| 5 | 0.005 |
| 10 | 0.01 |
| 20 | 0.02 |
| 25 | 0.025 |
| 50 | 0.05 |
| 100 | 0.1 |
| 250 | 0.25 |
| 500 | 0.5 |
| 1,000 | 1 |
About the units
- 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).
- Kilonewton
- Exactly 1000 newtons, the usual unit for structural loads, anchor ratings and climbing gear.
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 kilonewtons are in one newton?
1 N = 0.001 kN exactly.
How do I convert newtons to kilonewtons?
Use kN = N × 0.001. For example, 25 N = 0.025 kN.
How many newtons are in one kilonewton?
1 kN = 1,000 N.
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.