Unit conversion
Force Converter
Convert force magnitudes between N, kN, kgf, and lbf using standard gravity, with a kilonewton-to-pound-force example and explicit units.
How it works
1 kN = 1,000 N; 1 kgf = 9.80665 N; 1 lbf = 4.4482216152605 N
1 kN = 224.809 lbf (rounded).
Convert through the base unit: result = value × source factor / target factor. Factors above specify each unit in the base unit. Results are rounded only for display.
FAQ
Is kgf the same as kg?
No. kg measures mass, while kgf measures force: the weight of one kilogram under standard gravity.
Is lbf the same as lbm?
No. lbf is pound-force. lbm is pound-mass. This converter handles force only.
What gravity is used?
Kilogram-force and pound-force use standard gravity of 9.80665 m/s², rather than local gravitational acceleration.