Convert Newton Meter to Kilogram-force Meter
Use this free converter to change newton meters (N·m) into kilogram-force meters (kgf·m). Newton meter and kilogram-force meter both measure torque. As a quick reference, 1 N·m equals 0.10197162 kgf·m, and 1 kgf·m equals 9.80665 N·m.
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Kilogram-force Meter (kgf·m)
0.10197162
1 N·m = 0.10197162 kgf·m
Torque conversion table
| Newton Meter | Kilogram-force Meter |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.0010197162 |
| 0.1 | 0.010197162 |
| 0.5 | 0.050985811 |
| 1 | 0.10197162 |
| 2 | 0.20394324 |
| 3 | 0.30591486 |
| 5 | 0.50985811 |
| 10 | 1.0197162 |
| 20 | 2.0394324 |
| 25 | 2.5492905 |
| 50 | 5.0985811 |
| 100 | 10.197162 |
| 1,000 | 101.97162 |
How to convert Newton Meter to Kilogram-force Meter
Multiply the newton meter value by 0.10197162 to get kilogram-force meters.
- Enter the number of newton meters you want to convert.
- The converter instantly shows the equivalent value in kilogram-force meters.
- Worked example: 15 N·m × 0.10197162 = 1.5295743 kgf·m.
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion (kilogram-force meter to newton meter).
About these units
Newton Meter (N·m)
- Definition
- A newton meter (N·m) is the SI unit of torque, a one-newton force applied one meter from the pivot.
- History
- It combines the SI units of force and distance.
- Current use
- It is the standard torque unit for engines, fasteners, and machinery.
Kilogram-force Meter (kgf·m)
- Definition
- A kilogram-force meter (kgf·m) is a metric-gravitational torque unit of about 9.807 N·m.
- History
- It was common in older metric engineering before the newton meter.
- Current use
- It still appears in some automotive and machinery torque specifications.
Frequently asked questions
How many kilogram-force meters are in a newton meter?
There are 0.10197162 kgf·m in 1 N·m. To convert, multiply the number of newton meters by 0.10197162.
How do I convert newton meters to kilogram-force meters?
Multiply the newton meter value by 0.10197162 to get kilogram-force meters. For example, 10 N·m = 1.0197162 kgf·m.
Is this newton meter-to-kilogram-force meter converter free?
Yes. This converter is completely free, runs entirely in your browser, and requires no sign-up. Your inputs never leave your device.
Convert Newton Meter to other torque units
| Unit | 1 Newton Meter equals |
|---|---|
| Newton Centimeter (N·cm) | 100 N·cm |
| Kilonewton Meter (kN·m) | 0.001 kN·m |
| Pound-foot (lbf·ft) | 0.73756215 lbf·ft |
| Pound-inch (lbf·in) | 8.8507458 lbf·in |
| Kilogram-force Meter (kgf·m) | 0.10197162 kgf·m |