Torque from one pound-force at one inch.
Pound-inches to Kilogram-force meters Converter — lb in to kgf m
Convert Pound-inch (lb in) to Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) using the exact conversion factor (1 pound-inch = 0.0115212462 kilogram-force meter). See the formula, worked examples, conversion table, and common uses.
Pound-inches to Kilogram-force meters 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 kilogram-force at one meter.
Result = input x 0.112984829 / 9.80665.
Torque uses the newton meter as the base unit.
Reserved above the conversion cards and below the converter.
About Converting Pound-inches to Kilogram-force meters
Pound-inch and Kilogram-force 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. Specifically: Torque from one pound-force at one inch, and torque from one kilogram-force at one meter.
Formula
kilogram-force meters = pound-inches × 0.011521246198
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 pound-inch equals 0.112984829028 base units, and 1 kilogram-force meter equals 9.80665 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct pound-inch-to-kilogram-force meter factor of 0.011521246198.
Simple example
1 lb in × 0.0115212462 = 0.0115212462 kgf m
1 pound-inch = 0.0115212462 kilogram-force meters.
Real-world example
10 lb in × 0.0115212462 = 0.115212462 kgf m
10 pound-inches = 0.115212462 kilogram-force meters.
Conversion table
| Pound-inch (lb in) | Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) |
|---|---|
| 1 lb in | 0.0115212462 kgf m |
| 5 lb in | 0.057606231 kgf m |
| 10 lb in | 0.115212462 kgf m |
| 50 lb in | 0.5760623099 kgf m |
| 100 lb in | 1.15212462 kgf m |
| 500 lb in | 5.760623099 kgf m |
Reverse conversion: Kilogram-force meter to Pound-inch
0.0115212462 kgf m × 86.79616621 = 1 lb in
0.0115212462 kilogram-force meters = 1 pound-inches.
pound-inches = kilogram-force meters × 86.7961662145
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Kilogram-force meter to Pound-inch.
Understanding the Pound-inch (lb in)
Torque from one pound-force at one inch.
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
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 kilogram-force meters are in 1 pound-inch?
1 pound-inch equals 0.0115212462 kilogram-force meters, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert pound-inch to kilogram-force meter?
Multiply the pound-inch value by 0.0115212462. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert kilogram-force meter back to pound-inch?
Use the reverse factor: 1 kilogram-force meter equals 86.79616621 pound-inches. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a pound-inch?
Pound-inch (lb in) is a unit of torque.
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.
Is the pound-inch to kilogram-force meter conversion exact?
Yes. Both pound-inch and kilogram-force meter are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 0.0115212462 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.