Tonnes-force to Kilonewtons (tf to kN)

Convert tonnes-force to kilonewtons instantly. 1 tonne-force = 9.80665 kilonewtons, so multiply by 9.80665. Includes worked examples and a full tf to kN table.

How to convert tonnes-force to kilonewtons

1 tonne-force = 9.80665 kilonewtons and 1 kilonewton = 0.1019716213 tonnes-force. To convert tonnes-force to kilonewtons, multiply by 9.80665:

kN = tf × 9.80665

Examples

  • 1 tf × 9.80665 = 9.80665 kN
  • 10 tf × 9.80665 = 98.0665 kN
  • 50 tf × 9.80665 = 490.3325 kN

tf to kN conversion table

Tonnes-force (tf)Kilonewtons (kN)
1 tf9.80665 kN
2 tf19.6133 kN
3 tf29.41995 kN
4 tf39.2266 kN
5 tf49.03325 kN
6 tf58.8399 kN
7 tf68.64655 kN
8 tf78.4532 kN
9 tf88.25985 kN
10 tf98.0665 kN
12 tf117.6798 kN
15 tf147.09975 kN
20 tf196.133 kN
25 tf245.16625 kN
30 tf294.1995 kN
40 tf392.266 kN
50 tf490.3325 kN
60 tf588.399 kN
70 tf686.4655 kN
75 tf735.49875 kN
80 tf784.532 kN
90 tf882.5985 kN
100 tf980.665 kN
150 tf1,470.9975 kN
200 tf1,961.33 kN
250 tf2,451.6625 kN
500 tf4,903.325 kN
1,000 tf9,806.65 kN
5,000 tf49,033.25 kN
10,000 tf98,066.5 kN

What is a tonne-force?

A tonne-force is the weight of a 1,000 kg mass, 9.80665 kN. It is used for crane and press capacities.

What is a kilonewton?

A kilonewton is 1,000 newtons, used for structural loads and anchor ratings.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I convert tonnes-force to kilonewtons?

Multiply the value in tonnes-force by 9.80665. 1 tonne-force = 9.80665 kilonewtons.

How many tonnes-force are in one kilonewton?

1 kilonewton = 0.1019716213 tonnes-force.

What is 10 tf in kN?

10 tf = 98.0665 kN.

What is 50 tf in kN?

50 tf = 490.3325 kN.