Force Converter: Newtons, kgf, lbf and Dynes
Convert force units used in physics, engineering and machine specs.
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Kilogram-force to Newton
9.80665N
1 kgf = 9.80665 N
1 N = 0.1019716213 kgf
All units
| Unit | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | ||
| 9.80665 | N | |
| 0.00980665 | kN | |
| 9,80,665 | dyn | |
| 1 | kgf | |
| 0.001 | tf | |
| Imperial | ||
| 2.204622622 | lbf | |
| 70.93163528 | pdl | |
1 kgf is the weight of 1 kg under standard gravity (9.80665 m/s²).
How to use
- Type the value in the From unit.
- Pick the unit to convert to (it starts on newtons). Search by name or symbol.
- Read the result, or tap any row in the full table to switch the target unit.
Good to know
1 newton accelerates 1 kg at 1 m/s². 1 kgf is the weight of 1 kg under standard gravity: 9.80665 N exactly. 1 lbf = 4.44822 N and 1 dyne = 10⁻⁵ N.
Many Indian machine and crane specs still quote kgf or tonne-force; SI documents and exams use newtons and kilonewtons.
For school physics, g is often rounded to 9.8 or 10 m/s². This tool uses the defined standard value 9.80665.
Questions
How many newtons is 1 kgf?
9.80665 N.
How many dynes in a newton?
100,000 dynes.
How many newtons is 1 lbf?
4.44822 N.
Is kg a unit of force?
No, kg is mass. kgf (kilogram-force) is the force that 1 kg weighs under standard gravity.
Is anything I type sent to a server?
No. The conversion runs on your device and nothing is stored.