Kilogram-force to kilonewton converter (kgf to kN)

Conversion Formula

1 kgf = 0.009807 kN

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Kilogram-force = 9.807 newtons
   1 Kilonewton = 1,000.0 newtons
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 kgf = (9.807 N) / (1,000.0 N/kN) = 0.009807 kN
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in kgf by 0.009807 to get the equivalent in kN

Example Conversion

Convert 5 kgf to kN:

5 kgf × 0.009807 = 0.049033 kN