Kilogram-forces to Kilonewtons (kgf to kN)

Free online kilogram-force to kilonewton converter. Type a value, get an instant exact result — plus the formula, a ready-made conversion table, and reverse conversion.

FORCE CONVERTER — INSTANT RESULT
Formula: multiply the kilogram-force value by 0.00980665 — i.e. kN = kgf × 0.00980665
Quick check: 1 kgf = 0.00980665 kN

Kilogram-forces to Kilonewtons conversion table

Kilogram-forces (kgf)Kilonewtons (kN)
1 kgf0.00980665 kN
2 kgf0.0196133 kN
3 kgf0.02941995 kN
4 kgf0.0392266 kN
5 kgf0.04903325 kN
6 kgf0.0588399 kN
7 kgf0.06864655 kN
8 kgf0.0784532 kN
9 kgf0.08825985 kN
10 kgf0.0980665 kN
15 kgf0.14709975 kN
20 kgf0.196133 kN
25 kgf0.24516625 kN
30 kgf0.2941995 kN
40 kgf0.392266 kN
50 kgf0.4903325 kN
75 kgf0.73549875 kN
100 kgf0.980665 kN
250 kgf2.4516625 kN
500 kgf4.903325 kN
1,000 kgf9.80665 kN

How to convert kilogram-forces to kilonewtons

To convert kilogram-forces to kilonewtons, multiply the amount in kilogram-forces by 0.00980665. For example, 10 kgf = 0.0980665 kN. To convert in the other direction, divide by the same factor, or use the ⇄ swap button above.

Convert between newtons, pounds-force, kilograms-force, dynes and poundals. One newton accelerates one kilogram at one meter per second squared.

Frequently asked questions

How many kilonewtons are in one kilogram-force?
One kilogram-force is exactly 0.00980665 kilonewtons.
How do I convert kgf to kN?
Multiply the kgf value by 0.00980665 to get kN. The converter at the top of this page does this automatically and works in both directions.
How much is 100 kilogram-forces in kilonewtons?
100 kilogram-forces equals 0.980665 kilonewtons.

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