Convert Kilonewtons (kN) to Kilogram-force (kgf)
Enter a value below to convert Kilonewtons (kN) to Kilogram-force (kgf).
Conversion:
1 Kilonewtons (kN) = 101.9716213 Kilogram-force (kgf)
How to Convert Kilonewtons (kN) to Kilogram-force (kgf)
1 kn = 101.9716213 kgf
1 kgf = 0.00980665 kn
Example: convert 15 Kilonewtons (kN) to Kilogram-force (kgf):
25 kn = 2549.2905324 kgf
Kilonewtons (kN) to Kilogram-force (kgf) Conversion Table
| Kilonewtons (kN) | Kilogram-force (kgf) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 kn | 1.019716213 kgf |
| 0.1 kn | 10.19716213 kgf |
| 1 kn | 101.9716213 kgf |
| 2 kn | 203.9432426 kgf |
| 3 kn | 305.91486389 kgf |
| 5 kn | 509.85810649 kgf |
| 10 kn | 1019.716213 kgf |
| 20 kn | 2039.432426 kgf |
| 50 kn | 5098.5810649 kgf |
| 100 kn | 10197.16213 kgf |
| 1000 kn | 101971.6213 kgf |
Kilonewtons (kN)
Definition
A kilonewton (kN) is a metric unit of force equal to 1,000 newtons. It is used to express large forces in engineering and construction.
History
The kilonewton naturally followed the SI prefix system applied to the newton. It became widely used in the 20th century as civil and structural engineering required concise notation for large forces.
Current use
Kilonewtons are commonly used in structural engineering for expressing loads on bridges, buildings, and foundations. Vehicle weight capacities, crane ratings, and tensile strengths are often specified in kN.
Kilogram-force (kgf)
Definition
A kilogram-force (kgf) is a gravitational metric unit of force equal to the force exerted by 1 kilogram of mass under standard gravity. It equals exactly 9.80665 newtons.
History
The kilogram-force was widely used in engineering and commerce before the adoption of the SI system. Many European and Asian countries used kgf as their standard force unit throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Current use
Kilogram-force remains in use in some countries and industries, particularly in China, Russia, and parts of Asia. It appears in specifications for hydraulic presses, engine thrust, and material testing.