Convert kilograms-force to newtons
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How to convert kilograms-force to newtons
To convert kilograms-force to newtons, multiply a kilograms-force value by 9.80665.
Formula N = kgf × 9.80665
Example: Convert 10 kilograms-force to newtons Calculations: 10 kgf × 9.80665 = 98.0665 N
Kilogram-force (kgf)
The kilogram-force is a unit of force, defined as the force exerted by gravity on one kilogram of mass under a gravitational field of 9.80665 m/s². One kilogram-force is equal to 9.80665 newtons, or approximately 2.2046 pounds-force.
Newton (N)
The newton is the universal unit of force, defined as the force that accelerates a mass of one kilogram at one meter per second squared in the direction of the force. One newton is approximately equal to 0.102 kilograms-force, or approximately 0.225 pounds-force.
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