Kilograms-force to Newtons Converter
Enter the force in kilograms-force below to convert it to newtons.
Convert Kilograms-force to Newtons
Enter a value in kilograms-force (kgf) to convert to newtons (N).
Kilogram-force to Newton Conversion Table
Table showing various kilogram-force measurements converted to newtons. Click any preset value or arrow to load it into the converter.
| Kilograms-force (kgf) | Newtons (N) |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf | 9.80665 N |
| 2 kgf | 19.6133 N |
| 5 kgf | 49.03325 N |
| 10 kgf | 98.0665 N |
| 15 kgf | 147.09975 N |
| 20 kgf | 196.133 N |
| 25 kgf | 245.16625 N |
| 30 kgf | 294.1995 N |
| 50 kgf | 490.3325 N |
| 75 kgf | 735.49875 N |
How to Convert Kilograms-force to Newtons
To convert kilograms-force to newtons, multiply the force by the following conversion ratio: 9.80665 newtons/kilogram-force.
Since one kilogram-force is equal to 9.80665 newtons, you can use this simple formula to convert:
The force in newtons is equal to the force in kilograms-force multiplied by 9.80665.
For example, here's how to convert 10 kilograms-force to newtons using the formula above.
How Many Newtons Are in a Kilogram-force?
There are 9.80665 newtons in a kilogram-force, which is why we use this value in the formula above.
Our kilogram-force to newton calculator automatically converts your force measurements with full decimal and scientific precision across US customary, imperial, and SI metric standards.
Kilograms-force and newtons are both units used to measure force. Keep reading to learn more about each unit.
What Is a Kilogram-force?
A kilogram-force is a unit of force equal to 9.80665 newtons (N), the base unit for force. Force of standard gravity on 1 kilogram (9.80665 N). [1]
The kilogram-force is classified as a metric and SI-compatible unit of force. Kilograms-force can be abbreviated as kgf; for example, 1 kilogram-force can be written as 1 kgf.
In the metric system, "kilo" is the standard SI prefix for thousands, or 10³. This makes the kilogram-force (kgf) a convenient decimal multiple of the newton (N).
In practice, kilograms-force (kgf) are widely used across standard force applications within SI metric workflows, engineering documentation, and technical data sheets.
What Is a Newton?
Coherent SI unit of force (1 kg·m/s² = 1 J/m). It serves as a primary reference unit for measuring force across scientific and practical applications. [2]
The newton is classified as an International System of Units (SI) unit of force. Newtons can be abbreviated as N; for example, 1 newton can be written as 1 N.
As the primary coherent reference unit for force in this category, all other force units are mathematically anchored to the newton (N).
In practice, newtons (N) are widely used across standard force applications within International System of Units (SI) workflows, engineering documentation, and technical data sheets.
When converting force between kilograms-force (kgf) and newtons (N), keep full floating-point precision (1 kgf = 9.80665 N; 1 N = 0.1019716 kgf) during intermediate calculations and round only the final newton figure to match your instrument tolerance.
More Kilogram-force & Newton Conversions
Need to calculate in the opposite direction? Use our newtons to kilograms-force converter (N to kgf) to switch your starting unit immediately. You can also explore related tools such as converting pounds-force to newtons, converting kilonewtons to newtons, or converting newtons to pounds-force.
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References
- [1]NIST SP 811 StandardNIST SP 811 (NIST SP 811 App. B.9 (Force))·Force Metrology Standard — Kilograms-force (kgf) to Newtons (N)
- [2]NIST CUU SpecificationNIST CUU (Derived SI Unit: Newton (N))·Unit Specifications: Kilogram-force (Kilopond) (kgf) & Newton (N)
- [3]BIPM ReferenceBIPM (SI Brochure (9th Ed.) — Force)·Conversion Factors & Mathematical Basis (kgf to N)