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Force and Torque

N·mtokgf·m

Convert newton-metres (N·m) to kilograms-force metre (kgf·m).

Factor1 N·m = 0.1019716 kgf·m

Converter

N·m

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

Result
10.1972kgf·m

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
kgf·m = N·m × 0.1019716

Multiply any value in newton-metres by 0.1019716 to obtain the value in kilograms-force metre.

Worked example

Convert 100 N·m to kgf·m.

  1. 01Start with 100 N·m.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 100 × 0.1019716 = 10.1972 kgf·m.
Result100 N·m = 10.1972 kgf·m

Conversion table

N·mkgf·m
10.10197
20.20394
50.50986
101.0197
202.0394
505.0986
10010.197
20020.394
50050.986
1000101.97

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from N·m to kgf·m?
1 N·m equals 0.1019716 kgf·m. To convert, multiply the value in newton-metres by 0.1019716.
How do I convert 1 N·m to kgf·m?
1 N·m = 0.101972 kgf·m. For any value, multiply by 0.1019716.
How do I convert kgf·m back to N·m?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 9.80665. So 1 kgf·m = 9.80665 N·m.
When would I need to convert newton-metre to kilogram-force metre?
Torque conversions between N·m 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?
Yes. Both N·m and kgf·m are defined by exact SI relationships, so the displayed factor is exact (any rounding shown is only for display).

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