Kilogram-Force to Newtons Converter Formula

Understand the math behind the kilogram-force to newtons converter. Each variable explained with a worked example.

Formulas Used

Newtons

result = value * 9.80665

Variables

VariableDescriptionDefault
valueKilogram-Force(kgf)10

How It Works

How to Convert Kilogram-Force to Newtons

Formula

Newtons = Kilogram-Force × 9.80665

1 kgf = 9.80665 N

Worked Example

Convert 10 kgf to N.

value = 10
  1. 0110 kgf × 9.80665 = 98.0665 N