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Force and Torque

kgf·cmtokN·m

Convert kilogram-force centimetres (kgf·cm) to kilonewton-metres (kN·m).

Factor1 kgf·cm = 9.80665e-5 kN·m

Converter

kgf·cm

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

Result
0.980665kN·m

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
kN·m = kgf·cm × 9.80665e-5

Multiply any value in kilogram-force centimetres by 9.80665e-5 to obtain the value in kilonewton-metres.

Worked example

Convert 10000 kgf·cm to kN·m.

  1. 01Start with 10000 kgf·cm.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 10000 × 9.80665e-5 = 0.980665 kN·m.
Result10000 kgf·cm = 0.980665 kN·m

Conversion table

kgf·cmkN·m
19.8067e-5
20.00019613
50.00049033
100.00098066
200.0019613
500.0049033
1000.0098067
2000.019613
5000.049033
10000.098067

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from kgf·cm to kN·m?
1 kgf·cm equals 9.80665e-5 kN·m. To convert, multiply the value in kilogram-force centimetres by 9.80665e-5.
How do I convert 1 kgf·cm to kN·m?
1 kgf·cm = 9.80665e-5 kN·m. For any value, multiply by 9.80665e-5.
How do I convert kN·m back to kgf·cm?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 10197.16. So 1 kN·m = 10197.2 kgf·cm.
When would I need to convert kilogram-force centimetre to kilonewton-metre?
Torque conversions between kgf·cm and kN·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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