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Force and Torque

kgf·cmtokgf·m

Convert kilogram-force centimetres (kgf·cm) to kilograms-force metre (kgf·m).

Factor1 kgf·cm = 0.01 kgf·m

Converter

kgf·cm

Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7

Result
1kgf·m

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
kgf·m = kgf·cm × 0.01

Multiply any value in kilogram-force centimetres by 0.01 to obtain the value in kilograms-force metre.

Worked example

Convert 100 kgf·cm to kgf·m.

  1. 01Start with 100 kgf·cm.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 100 × 0.01 = 1 kgf·m.
Result100 kgf·cm = 1 kgf·m

Conversion table

kgf·cmkgf·m
10.01
20.02
50.05
100.1
200.2
500.5
1001
2002
5005
100010

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from kgf·cm to kgf·m?
1 kgf·cm equals 0.01 kgf·m. To convert, multiply the value in kilogram-force centimetres by 0.01.
How do I convert 1 kgf·cm to kgf·m?
1 kgf·cm = 0.01 kgf·m. For any value, multiply by 0.01.
How do I convert kgf·m back to kgf·cm?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 100. So 1 kgf·m = 100 kgf·cm.
When would I need to convert kilogram-force centimetre to kilogram-force metre?
Torque conversions between kgf·cm and kgf·m are needed in fastener specification, mechanical equipment design, drivetrain analysis and lifting/rigging calculations. Newton-metre (N·m) is the SI standard; lbf·ft and lbf·in dominate US fastener and machinery datasheets; kgf·m appears in legacy metric documentation. Display symbol is N·m — never the abbreviation "nm", which denotes nanometre.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).

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