Force conversion

Convert Kilogram-force to Newton

1 kilogram-force (kgf) equals 9.80665 newton (N). Enter any value below to convert from kgf to N.

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1 kgf = 9.80665 N

All Force units

From 1 kgf
UnitValue
Newton N 9.80665
Kilonewton kN 0.00980665
Dyne dyn 980,664.9999999999
Kilogram-force kgf 1
Pound-force lbf 2.2046226218
Ounce-force ozf 35.2739619496
Poundal pdl 70.931635284
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Formula

kgf to N conversion formula

Use this relationship for a direct conversion:

N = kgf x 9.80665

Worked example

2 kgf = 19.6133 N.

Kilogram-force and pound-force use conventional standard gravity of exactly 9.80665 m/s².

Quick reference

Kilogram-force to Newton table

Kilogram-force (kgf)Newton (N)
0.010.0980665
0.10.980665
19.80665
219.6133
549.03325
1098.0665
25245.16625
50490.3325
100980.665
1,0009,806.65

From unit

About the kilogram-force

Force on one kilogram under standard gravity.

Symbol: kgf

To unit

About the newton

The force that accelerates one kilogram by one meter per second squared.

Symbol: N

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Source

Conversion standard

Definitions are checked against NIST SP 811: Force units. Calculations use full internal precision before display rounding.

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Questions

kgf to N FAQ

How do you convert kilogram-force to newton?

Use the formula N = kgf x 9.80665. 1 kilogram-force (kgf) equals 9.80665 newton (N).

Is the kgf to N conversion exact?

Both unit definitions use exact factors. Only the displayed decimal may be rounded.