Kilogram-force to short ton-force converter (kgf to sh-tonf)

Conversion Formula

1 kgf = 0.001102 sh-tonf

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Kilogram-force = 9.807 newtons
   1 Short ton-force = 8,896.4 newtons
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 kgf = (9.807 N) / (8,896.4 N/sh-tonf) = 0.001102 sh-tonf
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in kgf by 0.001102 to get the equivalent in sh-tonf

Example Conversion

Convert 5 kgf to sh-tonf:

5 kgf × 0.001102 = 0.005512 sh-tonf