Torque from one kilogram-force at one meter.
Kilogram-force meters to Ounce-inches Converter — kgf m to oz in
Convert Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) to Ounce-inch (oz in) using the exact conversion factor (1 kilogram-force meter = 1,388.738659 ounce-inch). See the formula, worked examples, conversion table, and common uses.
Kilogram-force meters to Ounce-inches converter
Converter
Torque Converter
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.
Torque from one ounce-force at one inch.
Result = input x 9.80665 / 0.007061551814.
Torque uses the newton meter as the base unit.
Reserved above the conversion cards and below the converter.
About Converting Kilogram-force meters to Ounce-inches
Kilogram-force meter and Ounce-inch 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
ounce-inches = kilogram-force meters × 1388.73865943
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 ounce-inch equals 0.00706155181423 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct kilogram-force meter-to-ounce-inch factor of 1388.73865943.
Simple example
1 kgf m × 1388.738659 = 1,388.738659 oz in
1 kilogram-force meter = 1,388.738659 ounce-inches.
Real-world example
10 kgf m × 1388.738659 = 13,887.38659 oz in
10 kilogram-force meters = 13,887.38659 ounce-inches.
Conversion table
| Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) | Ounce-inch (oz in) |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf m | 1,388.738659 oz in |
| 5 kgf m | 6,943.693297 oz in |
| 10 kgf m | 13,887.38659 oz in |
| 50 kgf m | 69,436.93297 oz in |
| 100 kgf m | 138,873.8659 oz in |
| 500 kgf m | 694,369.3297 oz in |
Reverse conversion: Ounce-inch to Kilogram-force meter
1 oz in × 0.0007200778874 = 0.0007200779 kgf m
1 ounce-inch = 0.0007200779 kilogram-force meters.
kilogram-force meters = ounce-inches × 0.000720077887375
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Ounce-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 Ounce-inch (oz in)
Torque from one ounce-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 ounce-inches are in 1 kilogram-force meter?
1 kilogram-force meter equals 1,388.738659 ounce-inches, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert kilogram-force meter to ounce-inch?
Multiply the kilogram-force meter value by 1388.738659. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert ounce-inch back to kilogram-force meter?
Use the reverse factor: 1 ounce-inch equals 0.0007200779 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 ounce-inch?
Ounce-inch (oz in) is a unit of torque.
Is the kilogram-force meter to ounce-inch conversion exact?
Yes. Both kilogram-force meter and ounce-inch are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 1388.738659 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