Kilograms-force to Newtons (kgf to N)

Convert kilograms-force to newtons instantly. 1 kilogram-force = 9.80665 newtons, so multiply by 9.80665. Includes worked examples and a full kgf to N table.

How to convert kilograms-force to newtons

1 kilogram-force = 9.80665 newtons and 1 newton = 0.1019716213 kilograms-force. To convert kilograms-force to newtons, multiply by 9.80665:

N = kgf × 9.80665

Examples

  • 1 kgf × 9.80665 = 9.80665 N
  • 10 kgf × 9.80665 = 98.0665 N
  • 100 kgf × 9.80665 = 980.665 N

kgf to N conversion table

Kilograms-force (kgf)Newtons (N)
1 kgf9.80665 N
2 kgf19.6133 N
3 kgf29.41995 N
4 kgf39.2266 N
5 kgf49.03325 N
6 kgf58.8399 N
7 kgf68.64655 N
8 kgf78.4532 N
9 kgf88.25985 N
10 kgf98.0665 N
12 kgf117.6798 N
15 kgf147.09975 N
20 kgf196.133 N
25 kgf245.16625 N
30 kgf294.1995 N
40 kgf392.266 N
50 kgf490.3325 N
60 kgf588.399 N
70 kgf686.4655 N
75 kgf735.49875 N
80 kgf784.532 N
90 kgf882.5985 N
100 kgf980.665 N
150 kgf1,470.9975 N
200 kgf1,961.33 N
250 kgf2,451.6625 N
500 kgf4,903.325 N
1,000 kgf9,806.65 N
5,000 kgf49,033.25 N
10,000 kgf98,066.5 N

What is a kilogram-force?

A kilogram-force is the weight of 1 kg under standard gravity, 9.80665 newtons.

What is a newton?

The newton is the SI unit of force: the force that accelerates 1 kg at 1 m/s².

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Frequently asked questions

How do I convert kilograms-force to newtons?

Multiply the value in kilograms-force by 9.80665. 1 kilogram-force = 9.80665 newtons.

How many kilograms-force are in one newton?

1 newton = 0.1019716213 kilograms-force.

What is 10 kgf in N?

10 kgf = 98.0665 N.

What is 100 kgf in N?

100 kgf = 980.665 N.