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Kilogram-force to Kilonewtons

Convert kilogram-force to kilonewtons (kgf to kN). 1 kgf = 0.00980665 kN. Use the calculator, formula and conversion table.

A quick reference1 kgf = 0.00980665 kN
Kilonewtons to Kilogram-force
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How to convert kilogram-force to kilonewtons

Multiply the amount in kilogram-force by 0.00980665 to get kilonewtons. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.

kN = kgf × 0.00980665

Worked example

1 kgf = 0.00980665 kN. Change the amount in the calculator above to use your own value.

Units and assumptions

Converts force through newtons. Pounds-force and kilograms-force use standard gravity (9.80665 m/s²); these are force units rather than mass units.

Calculator results use floating-point arithmetic and are rounded for display. The reference table below uses up to 12 significant digits.

Kilogram-force to Kilonewtons table

Common values, rounded for display
Kilogram-force (kgf)Kilonewtons (kN)
00
10.00980665
50.04903325
100.0980665
250.24516625
1000.980665
1,0009.80665

About this conversion

What is the formula for kilogram-force to kilonewtons?

kN = kgf × 0.00980665. Multiply the amount in kilogram-force by 0.00980665 to get kilonewtons. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.

How do I convert back to kilogram-force?

Use the kilonewtons to kilogram-force calculator to reverse this conversion. You can also use Swap units in the calculator above.

Can I use a different pair of units?

Choose another unit in the calculator, or open the force converter to browse all supported pairs.

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