Convert newtons to kilonewtons
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How to convert newtons to kilonewtons
To convert newtons to kilonewtons, divide a newtons value by 1000.
Formula kN = N ÷ 1000
Example: Convert 10000 newtons to kilonewtons Calculations: 10000 N ÷ 1000 = 10 kN
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.
Kilonewton (kN)
The kilonewton is a unit of force, defined as 1000 newtons. One kilonewton is approximately equal to 101.972 kilograms-force, or approximately 224.809 pounds-force.
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