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Force and Torque

kgf·mtokgf·cm

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

Factor1 kgf·m = 100 kgf·cm

Converter

kgf·m

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

Result
100kgf·cm

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
kgf·cm = kgf·m × 100

Multiply any value in kilograms-force metre by 100 to obtain the value in kilogram-force centimetres.

Worked example

Convert 1 kgf·m to kgf·cm.

  1. 01Start with 1 kgf·m.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 100 = 100 kgf·cm.
Result1 kgf·m = 100 kgf·cm

Conversion table

kgf·mkgf·cm
1100
2200
5500
101000
202000
505000
10010000
20020000
50050000
10001.0000e+5

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from kgf·m to kgf·cm?
1 kgf·m equals 100 kgf·cm. To convert, multiply the value in kilograms-force metre by 100.
How do I convert 1 kgf·m to kgf·cm?
1 kgf·m = 100 kgf·cm. For any value, multiply by 100.
How do I convert kgf·cm back to kgf·m?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.01. So 1 kgf·cm = 0.01 kgf·m.
When would I need to convert kilogram-force metre to kilogram-force centimetre?
Torque conversions between kgf·m and kgf·cm 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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