How to convert kilogram-forces to kilonewtons
kN = kgf × 0.00980665
Example: 5 kgf × 0.00980665 = 0.04903325 kN
Kilogram-forces to Kilonewtons table
| Kilogram-forces (kgf) | Kilonewtons (kN) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 kgf | 0.004903325 kN |
| 1 kgf | 0.00980665 kN |
| 2 kgf | 0.0196133 kN |
| 3 kgf | 0.02941995 kN |
| 4 kgf | 0.0392266 kN |
| 5 kgf | 0.04903325 kN |
| 6 kgf | 0.0588399 kN |
| 7 kgf | 0.06864655 kN |
| 8 kgf | 0.0784532 kN |
| 9 kgf | 0.08825985 kN |
| 10 kgf | 0.0980665 kN |
| 15 kgf | 0.14709975 kN |
| 20 kgf | 0.196133 kN |
| 25 kgf | 0.24516625 kN |
| 30 kgf | 0.2941995 kN |
| 40 kgf | 0.392266 kN |
| 50 kgf | 0.4903325 kN |
| 75 kgf | 0.73549875 kN |
| 100 kgf | 0.980665 kN |
| 250 kgf | 2.4516625 kN |
| 500 kgf | 4.903325 kN |
| 1,000 kgf | 9.80665 kN |
About these units
Kilogram-forces (kgf): A kilogram-force is the weight of 1 kg in standard gravity: exactly 9.80665 newtons.
Kilonewtons (kN): A kilonewton is 1,000 newtons, used for loads on structures, anchors and lifting gear.
Frequently asked questions
How many kilonewtons are in 1 kilogram-force?
1 kilogram-force (kgf) equals 0.00980665 kilonewtons (kN).
How do I convert kgf to kN?
Multiply the value in kilogram-forces by 0.00980665. For example, 5 kgf × 0.00980665 = 0.04903325 kN.
How do I convert kilonewtons back to kilogram-forces?
Multiply by 101.9716213 (or divide by 0.00980665). 1 kN = 101.9716213 kgf.
What is a kilogram-force?
A kilogram-force is the weight of 1 kg in standard gravity: exactly 9.80665 newtons.
Conversion factors come from exact international definitions (NIST SP 811, BIPM) where they exist. Results show up to 10 significant digits. Need every force unit at once? Use the Force Converter.