Torque from one kilogram-force at one meter.
Kilogram-force meters to Nanonewton meters Converter — kgf m to nN m
Convert Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) to Nanonewton meter (nN m) using the exact conversion factor (1 kilogram-force meter = 9,806,650,000 nanonewton meter). See the formula, worked examples, conversion table, and common uses.
Kilogram-force meters to Nanonewton meters converter
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Convert newton meters, pound-feet, pound-inches, ounce-inches, and kilogram-force meters.
Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
Nanonewton meter is 1e-9 newton meter units.
Result = input x 9.80665 / 1e-9.
Torque uses the newton meter as the base unit.
Reserved above the conversion cards and below the converter.
About Converting Kilogram-force meters to Nanonewton meters
Kilogram-force meter and Nanonewton meter both measure torque, and the conversion is essential for anyone using a torque wrench specified in one unit against a bolt or engine spec given in the other. Kilogram-force meter is most often used for appears on some legacy torque specifications and equipment predating wider adoption of the newton-meter.
Formula
nanonewton meters = kilogram-force meters × 9806650000
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 nanonewton meter equals 1e-9 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct kilogram-force meter-to-nanonewton meter factor of 9806650000.
Simple example
1 kgf m × 9806650000 = 9,806,650,000 nN m
1 kilogram-force meter = 9,806,650,000 nanonewton meters.
Real-world example
10 kgf m × 9806650000 = 98,066,500,000 nN m
10 kilogram-force meters = 98,066,500,000 nanonewton meters.
Conversion table
| Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) | Nanonewton meter (nN m) |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf m | 9,806,650,000 nN m |
| 5 kgf m | 49,033,250,000 nN m |
| 10 kgf m | 98,066,500,000 nN m |
| 50 kgf m | 490,332,500,000 nN m |
| 100 kgf m | 980,665,000,000 nN m |
| 500 kgf m | 4.903325e+12 nN m |
Reverse conversion: Nanonewton meter to Kilogram-force meter
1 nN m × 1.019716e-10 = 1.019716e-10 kgf m
1 nanonewton meter = 1.019716e-10 kilogram-force meters.
kilogram-force meters = nanonewton meters × 1.019716e-10
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Nanonewton 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 Nanonewton meter (nN m)
Nanonewton meter is 1e-9 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 nanonewton meters are in 1 kilogram-force meter?
1 kilogram-force meter equals 9,806,650,000 nanonewton meters, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert kilogram-force meter to nanonewton meter?
Multiply the kilogram-force meter value by 9806650000. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert nanonewton meter back to kilogram-force meter?
Use the reverse factor: 1 nanonewton meter equals 1.019716e-10 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 nanonewton meter?
Nanonewton meter (nN m) is a unit of torque.
Is the kilogram-force meter to nanonewton meter conversion exact?
Yes. Both kilogram-force meter and nanonewton meter are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 9806650000 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