How to convert kilogram-forces to newtons
N = kgf × 9.80665
Example: 5 kgf × 9.80665 = 49.03325 N
Kilogram-forces to Newtons table
| Kilogram-forces (kgf) | Newtons (N) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 kgf | 4.903325 N |
| 1 kgf | 9.80665 N |
| 2 kgf | 19.6133 N |
| 3 kgf | 29.41995 N |
| 4 kgf | 39.2266 N |
| 5 kgf | 49.03325 N |
| 6 kgf | 58.8399 N |
| 7 kgf | 68.64655 N |
| 8 kgf | 78.4532 N |
| 9 kgf | 88.25985 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 |
| 40 kgf | 392.266 N |
| 50 kgf | 490.3325 N |
| 75 kgf | 735.49875 N |
| 100 kgf | 980.665 N |
| 250 kgf | 2,451.6625 N |
| 500 kgf | 4,903.325 N |
| 1,000 kgf | 9,806.65 N |
About these units
Kilogram-forces (kgf): A kilogram-force is the weight of 1 kg in standard gravity: exactly 9.80665 newtons.
Newtons (N): The newton is the SI unit of force: the force that accelerates 1 kg by 1 m/s².
Frequently asked questions
How many newtons are in 1 kilogram-force?
1 kilogram-force (kgf) equals 9.80665 newtons.
How do I convert kgf to N?
Multiply the value in kilogram-forces by 9.80665. For example, 5 kgf × 9.80665 = 49.03325 N.
How do I convert newtons back to kilogram-forces?
Multiply by 0.1019716213 (or divide by 9.80665). 1 N = 0.1019716213 kgf.
What is a kilogram-force?
A kilogram-force is the weight of 1 kg in standard gravity: exactly 9.80665 newtons.
Conversion factors come from exact international definitions (NIST SP 811, BIPM) where they exist. Results show up to 10 significant digits. Need every force unit at once? Use the Force Converter.