Kilograms-force to Newtons Converter kgf → N
1 kilogram-force (kgf) = 9.80665 newtons (N). Type a value below — the conversion happens instantly, entirely on your device.
1 kgf = 9.80665 N
10 kilograms-force = 98.0665 newtons
10 × 9.80665 = 98.0665
1 kgf equals 9.80665 N, so multiplying by 9.80665 converts the value. The result describes the exact same quantity — only the measuring stick changes.
How to convert kilograms-force to newtons
newtons = kilograms-force × 9.80665 — multiply the kilogram-force value by 9.80665.
Example: 10 kgf = 98.0665 N.
To convert the other way: kilograms-force = newtons ÷ 9.80665 — or use the dedicated N to kgf converter .
Kilogram-force to newtons multiplies by 9.80665: 10 kgf is 98.07 N. Use it to turn an older metric force spec (or a "weight" in kg treated as a force) into SI newtons.
Kilograms-force to Newtons conversion table
| Kilograms-force (kgf) | Newtons (N) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 0.980665 |
| 0.25 | 2.4516625 |
| 0.5 | 4.903325 |
| 1 | 9.80665 |
| 2 | 19.6133 |
| 3 | 29.41995 |
| 4 | 39.2266 |
| 5 | 49.03325 |
| 6 | 58.8399 |
| 7 | 68.64655 |
| 8 | 78.4532 |
| 9 | 88.25985 |
| 10 | 98.0665 |
| 15 | 147.09975 |
| 20 | 196.133 |
| 25 | 245.16625 |
| 30 | 294.1995 |
| 40 | 392.266 |
| 50 | 490.3325 |
| 75 | 735.49875 |
| 100 | 980.665 |
| 250 | 2451.6625 |
| 500 | 4903.325 |
| 1000 | 9806.65 |
About the units
What is a kilogram-force?
The force of gravity on one kilogram — exactly 9.80665 N (also called a kilopond, kp). Common in older metric engineering.
What is a newton?
The SI unit of force — the force that accelerates one kilogram at one metre per second squared. A small apple weighs about 1 N.
Frequently asked questions
How many newtons are in 1 kilogram-force?
1 kilogram-force (kgf) = 9.80665 newtons (N).
What is the formula to convert kilograms-force to newtons?
newtons = kilograms-force × 9.80665 — multiply the kilogram-force value by 9.80665.
How do I convert kgf to N without a calculator?
Multiply by 9.81 for a close estimate. Exact factor: 1 kgf = 9.80665 N.
Is this kgf-to-N converter accurate and private?
Yes. It uses the exact internationally defined conversion factors and computes results locally in your browser — your input is never sent to a server, and the page keeps working offline.