Torque from one kilogram-force at one meter.
Kilogram-force meters to Centinewton meters Converter — kgf m to cN m
Convert Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) to Centinewton meter (cN m) using the exact conversion factor (1 kilogram-force meter = 980.665 centinewton meter). See the formula, worked examples, conversion table, and common uses.
Kilogram-force meters to Centinewton meters converter
Converter
Engineering Converter
Convert common stress, force, torque, power, and energy units used in engineering.
Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
Centinewton meter is 0.01 newton meter units.
Result = input x 9.80665 / 0.01.
Torque units are compatible.
Reserved above the conversion cards and below the converter.
About Converting Kilogram-force meters to Centinewton meters
Kilogram-force meter and Centinewton meter both measure a quantity used in structural or mechanical engineering — commonly stress, pressure, force, torque, power, or energy — where converting between the unit conventions used in different regions, industries, or equipment specifications is a routine part of design work. Kilogram-force meter is most often used for appears on some legacy torque specifications and equipment predating wider adoption of the newton-meter.
Formula
centinewton meters = kilogram-force meters × 980.665
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 kilogram-force meter equals 9.80665 base units, and 1 centinewton meter equals 0.01 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct kilogram-force meter-to-centinewton meter factor of 980.665.
Simple example
1 kgf m × 980.665 = 980.665 cN m
1 kilogram-force meter = 980.665 centinewton meters.
Real-world example
100 kgf m × 980.665 = 98,066.5 cN m
100 kilogram-force meters = 98,066.5 centinewton meters.
Conversion table
| Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) | Centinewton meter (cN m) |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf m | 980.665 cN m |
| 10 kgf m | 9,806.65 cN m |
| 50 kgf m | 49,033.25 cN m |
| 100 kgf m | 98,066.5 cN m |
| 500 kgf m | 490,332.5 cN m |
| 1,000 kgf m | 980,665 cN m |
Reverse conversion: Centinewton meter to Kilogram-force meter
980.665 cN m × 0.001019716213 = 1 kgf m
980.665 centinewton meters = 1 kilogram-force meter.
kilogram-force meters = centinewton meters × 0.00101971621298
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Centinewton meter to Kilogram-force meter.
Understanding the Kilogram-force meter
Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) measures torque. The torque produced by one kilogram-force acting at a perpendicular distance of one meter. It is classified as a non-SI unit, deprecated but still encountered.
Where it's used: Can be encountered in some older European and Japanese automotive and mechanical torque specifications
kgf·m vs. N·m. The newton-meter is the modern SI torque unit; kilogram-force meter is the older, gravity-dependent equivalent still occasionally seen on legacy specifications. 1 kgf·m equals exactly 9.80665 N·m.
Uses of the Kilogram-force meter today
- Appears on some legacy torque specifications and equipment predating wider adoption of the newton-meter
Understanding the Centinewton meter (cN m)
Centinewton meter is 0.01 newton meter units.
Kilogram-force meter — sources
- BIPM SI Brochure — Kilogram-force and its derivatives are non-SI units whose use is discouraged in favor of SI force/torque units.
Reserved between the cards and the FAQ so the page stays balanced.
Frequently asked questions
How many centinewton meters are in 1 kilogram-force meter?
1 kilogram-force meter equals 980.665 centinewton meters, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert kilogram-force meter to centinewton meter?
Multiply the kilogram-force meter value by 980.665. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert centinewton meter back to kilogram-force meter?
Use the reverse factor: 1 centinewton meter equals 0.0010197162 kilogram-force meters. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a kilogram-force meter?
Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) measures torque. The torque produced by one kilogram-force acting at a perpendicular distance of one meter. It is classified as a non-SI unit, deprecated but still encountered.
What is a centinewton meter?
Centinewton meter (cN m) is a unit of engineering.
Is the kilogram-force meter to centinewton meter conversion exact?
Yes. Both kilogram-force meter and centinewton meter are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 980.665 used above is exact to as many digits as you choose to display.
What is the difference between kgf·m vs. n·m?
The newton-meter is the modern SI torque unit; kilogram-force meter is the older, gravity-dependent equivalent still occasionally seen on legacy specifications. 1 kgf·m equals exactly 9.80665 N·m.
Where is the kilogram-force meter still used today?
Can be encountered in some older European and Japanese automotive and mechanical torque specifications