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Force Converter

Convert newtons, kilonewtons, pound-force, kilogram-force and dynes.

How to use

  1. 1Enter a force and its unit.
  2. 2Choose the unit to convert to.

How it's calculated

Converts through newtons. 1 lbf = 4.44822 N; 1 kgf = 9.80665 N (standard gravity).

Frequently asked questions

How many newtons is a kilogram-force?

9.80665 N — the weight of 1 kg under standard gravity.

How many newtons is a pound-force?

About 4.448 newtons, the force of gravity on one pound of mass.

What is a dyne?

A tiny unit from the CGS system: 1 dyne = 0.00001 N.