Force and Torque
kN·mtokgf·cm
Convert kilonewton-metres (kN·m) to kilogram-force centimetres (kgf·cm).
Factor1 kN·m = 10197.16 kgf·cm
Converter
kN·m
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
kgf·cm
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
kgf·cm = kN·m × 10197.16
Multiply any value in kilonewton-metres by 10197.16 to obtain the value in kilogram-force centimetres.
Worked example
Convert 1 kN·m to kgf·cm.
- 01Start with 1 kN·m.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 10197.16 = 10197.2 kgf·cm.
Result1 kN·m = 10197.2 kgf·cm
Conversion table
| kN·m | kgf·cm |
|---|---|
| 1 | 10197 |
| 2 | 20394 |
| 5 | 50986 |
| 10 | 1.0197e+5 |
| 20 | 2.0394e+5 |
| 50 | 5.0986e+5 |
| 100 | 1.0197e+6 |
| 200 | 2.0394e+6 |
| 500 | 5.0986e+6 |
| 1000 | 1.0197e+7 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from kN·m to kgf·cm?
1 kN·m equals 10197.16 kgf·cm. To convert, multiply the value in kilonewton-metres by 10197.16.
How do I convert 1 kN·m to kgf·cm?
1 kN·m = 10197.2 kgf·cm. For any value, multiply by 10197.16.
How do I convert kgf·cm back to kN·m?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 9.80665e-5. So 1 kgf·cm = 9.80665e-5 kN·m.
When would I need to convert kilonewton-metre to kilogram-force centimetre?
Torque conversions between kN·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).