Kilogram Force to Newton Converter
Convert kilogram-force to newton instantly.
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How to convert kilogram-force to newton
Enter your force in kilogram-force and get the equivalent in newton 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 (kgf) relates force directly to mass under gravity, while newtons (N) are the proper SI unit. Converting kgf to N is needed when modernizing older specifications. The conversion is exact: 1 kgf = 9.80665 N, the value of standard gravity gā.
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Common kilogram-force to newton conversions
| Kilogram Force (kgf) | Newton (N) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 9.80665 |
| 5 | 49.0332 |
| 10 | 98.0665 |
| 25 | 245.166 |
| 50 | 490.332 |
| 100 | 980.665 |
| 500 | 4903.32 |
| 1000 | 9806.65 |
Frequently asked questions
1 kilogram-force equals 9.80665 newton.
Multiply by 9.80665. For example, 5 kgf = 49.0332 N.
Multiply kgf by 9.80665 to get newtons. So 1 kgf = 9.80665 N, 10 kgf = 98.07 N and 70 kgf (a 70 kg person's weight) = 686.5 N. For quick estimates, multiplying by 10 gets you within 2%.
1 newton equals 0.101972 kilogram-force.
100 kilogram-force equals 980.665 newton.