Converters
Force Unit Converter
Enter a value once, pick its unit, and see it converted to every other force unit β newtons, kilogram-force, pound-force, and more β instantly.
Converted to all force units
Tip: click any row to make that unit the input.
How It Works
Every unit is converted through the newton (N), the SI unit of force, using exact defined factors (1 kgf = 9.80665 N, 1 lbf = 4.4482216β¦ N). The list updates live as you type.
Example
100 N = 10.197 kgf = 22.481 lbf = 0.1 kN
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert between two specific units?
Enter your value, select the unit it's in from the "From unit" dropdown, and read the result off the row for the unit you want. Clicking a row makes that unit the new input, so you can chain conversions.
How is kilogram-force related to the newton?
1 kgf is the weight of 1 kg under standard gravity: exactly 9.80665 N. It's common on older gauges and in some engineering fields.
How many newtons are in a pound-force?
1 lbf = 4.44822 N (exactly 0.45359237 kg Γ 9.80665 m/sΒ²). Conversely, 1 N β 0.2248 lbf.
Are the conversion factors exact?
Yes. Standard gravity is defined as 9.80665 m/sΒ² exactly, so kgf, gf, and lbf (0.45359237 kg Γ 9.80665) are exact; the dyne is exactly 10β»β΅ N. Displayed results are rounded for readability.