Giganewton to metric ton-force converter (GN to tf)

Conversion Formula

1 GN = 101,971.6 tf

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Giganewton = 1,000,000,000 newtons
   1 Metric ton-force = 9,806.7 newtons
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 GN = (1,000,000,000 N) / (9,806.7 N/tf) = 101,971.6 tf
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in GN by 101,971.6 to get the equivalent in tf

Example Conversion

Convert 5 GN to tf:

5 GN × 101,971.6 = 509,858.1 tf