Kilogram Force to Kilonewton Converter
Convert kilogram-force to kilonewton instantly.
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How to convert kilogram-force to kilonewton
Enter your force in kilogram-force and get the equivalent in kilonewton instantly. Key reference points: the weight of an apple is about 1 newton, an average adult weighs about 686 N (154 lbf), and 1 kilogram-force equals exactly 9.80665 newtons.
Kilogram-force is an older unit for structural loads, while kilonewtons are the modern standard used in international building codes and bridge engineering.
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Common kilogram-force to kilonewton conversions
| Kilogram Force (kgf) | Kilonewton (kN) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.00980665 |
| 5 | 0.0490332 |
| 10 | 0.0980665 |
| 25 | 0.245166 |
| 50 | 0.490333 |
| 100 | 0.980665 |
| 500 | 4.90332 |
| 1000 | 9.80665 |
Frequently asked questions
1 kilogram-force equals 0.00980665 kilonewton.
Multiply by 0.00980665. For example, 5 kgf = 0.0490332 kN.
1000 kgf equals approximately 9.807 kN - roughly 1 metric ton-force.
1 kilonewton equals 101.972 kilogram-force.
100 kilogram-force equals 0.980665 kilonewton.