Kilogram-force to kip converter (kgf to kip)

Conversion Formula

1 kgf = 0.002205 kip

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Kilogram-force = 9.807 newtons
   1 Kip = 4,448.2 newtons
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 kgf = (9.807 N) / (4,448.2 N/kip) = 0.002205 kip
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in kgf by 0.002205 to get the equivalent in kip

Example Conversion

Convert 5 kgf to kip:

5 kgf × 0.002205 = 0.011023 kip