Torque from one kilogram-force at one meter.
Kilogram-force meters to Pound-inches Converter — kgf m to lb in
Convert Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) to Pound-inch (lb in) using the exact conversion factor (1 kilogram-force meter = 86.79616621 pound-inch). See the formula, worked examples, conversion table, and common uses.
Kilogram-force meters to Pound-inches 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.
Torque from one pound-force at one inch.
Result = input x 9.80665 / 0.112984829.
Torque units are compatible.
Reserved above the conversion cards and below the converter.
About Converting Kilogram-force meters to Pound-inches
Kilogram-force meter and Pound-inch 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
pound-inches = kilogram-force meters × 86.7961662145
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 pound-inch equals 0.112984829028 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct kilogram-force meter-to-pound-inch factor of 86.7961662145.
Simple example
1 kgf m × 86.79616621 = 86.79616621 lb in
1 kilogram-force meter = 86.79616621 pound-inches.
Real-world example
100 kgf m × 86.79616621 = 8,679.616621 lb in
100 kilogram-force meters = 8,679.616621 pound-inches.
Conversion table
| Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) | Pound-inch (lb in) |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf m | 86.79616621 lb in |
| 10 kgf m | 867.9616621 lb in |
| 50 kgf m | 4,339.808311 lb in |
| 100 kgf m | 8,679.616621 lb in |
| 500 kgf m | 43,398.08311 lb in |
| 1,000 kgf m | 86,796.16621 lb in |
Reverse conversion: Pound-inch to Kilogram-force meter
86.79616621 lb in × 0.0115212462 = 0.9999999999 kgf m
86.79616621 pound-inches = 0.9999999999 kilogram-force meters.
kilogram-force meters = pound-inches × 0.011521246198
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Pound-inch 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 Pound-inch (lb in)
Torque from one pound-force at one inch.
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 pound-inches are in 1 kilogram-force meter?
1 kilogram-force meter equals 86.79616621 pound-inches, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert kilogram-force meter to pound-inch?
Multiply the kilogram-force meter value by 86.79616621. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert pound-inch back to kilogram-force meter?
Use the reverse factor: 1 pound-inch equals 0.0115212462 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 pound-inch?
Pound-inch (lb in) is a unit of engineering.
Is the kilogram-force meter to pound-inch conversion exact?
Yes. Both kilogram-force meter and pound-inch are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 86.79616621 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