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Kilogram-force to Kilonewton Converter
Use this page to convert kilogram-force values into kilonewton, with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 kgf = 0.00980665 kN
1 kN = 101.971621297793 kgf
Example: 10 kgf = 0.0980665 kN
Kilogram-force
A kilogram-force is represented in this converter as 9.80665 newtons.
History: Kilogram-force predates widespread SI newton usage in some engineering contexts.
Current use: Kilogram-force appears in load ratings, older engineering documents, and force conversions.
Also written as kgf, kilogram force, kilograms force.
Kilonewton
A kilonewton equals 1,000 newtons.
History: It follows the SI kilo prefix for practical large force values.
Current use: Kilonewtons are used in structural engineering, materials testing, and load ratings.
Also written as kN, kilonewtons.
Kilogram-force to Kilonewton table
| Kilogram-force [kgf] | Kilonewton [kN] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 kgf | 0.0000980665 kN |
| 0.1 kgf | 0.000980665 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Kilonewton (kN) are in one Kilogram-force (kgf)?
One Kilogram-force equals 0.00980665 Kilonewton.
How do you convert Kilogram-force to Kilonewton?
Multiply the Kilogram-force value by 0.00980665 to get the result in Kilonewton.
How do you convert Kilonewton back to Kilogram-force?
Multiply the Kilonewton value by 101.971621297793 to get back to Kilogram-force.
What is 10 Kilogram-force in Kilonewton?
10 Kilogram-force equals 0.0980665 Kilonewton.