FORCE CONVERSION
Kilogram-force to Kilonewton.
Convert kilogram-force (kgf) to kilonewton (kN), with the math explained.
1 kgf = 0.00980665 kN
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How to convert kilogram-force to kilonewton
Multiply your kilogram-force value by 0.00980665 to get the equivalent in kilonewton. Both units are normalized through the newton.
kN = kgf × 0.0098066510 kgf = 0.0980665 kN
Result rounded to 12 significant digits. Change the precision in the calculator to suit your task.QUICK REFERENCE
kgf to kN conversion table
| Kilogram-force (kgf) | Kilonewton (kN) |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf | 0.00980665 kN |
| 2 kgf | 0.0196133 kN |
| 5 kgf | 0.04903325 kN |
| 10 kgf | 0.0980665 kN |
| 20 kgf | 0.196133 kN |
| 50 kgf | 0.4903325 kN |
| 100 kgf | 0.980665 kN |
| 500 kgf | 4.903325 kN |
| 1,000 kgf | 9.80665 kN |
About the kilogram-force
The kilogram-force (kgf) is a unit of force. One kilogram-force equals 9.80665 newton (base unit) in this calculator.
All kilogram-force conversionsAbout the kilonewton
The kilonewton (kN) is a unit of force. One kilonewton equals 1,000 newton (base unit) in this calculator.
All kilonewton conversionsCommon questions
What is 1 kgf in kN?
One kilogram-force equals 0.00980665 kN. Use the formula above for other values.
Why might another calculator show a different last digit?
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