The force unit converter converts between kN, metric tons, kgf, lbf, kip and US tons with exact factors. 1 kN = 101.97 kgf = 0.10197 metric ton-force = 224.81 lbf, and 1 metric ton-force = 9.80665 kN. Typical use: comparing press brake, press and cylinder ratings quoted in different units.
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LiveResult100 kN = 10.197162 tf
- Newton
- 100,000 N
- Kilonewton
- 100 kN
- Meganewton
- 0.1 MN
- Metric ton-force
- 10.197162 tf
- Kilogram-force
- 10,197.162 kgf
- Gram-force
- 10,197,162.13 gf
- Pound-force
- 22,480.894 lbf
- Kip (kilopound-force)
- 22.480894 kip
- US short ton-force
- 11.240447 US tonf
- UK long ton-force
- 10.036114 UK tonf
- Dyne
- 1e+10 dyn
Exact conversion factors (standard gravity g = 9.80665 m/s² where force and mass are linked).
Force unit relationships
1 tf = 1,000 kgf = 9.80665 kNMetric ton-force, defined with standard gravity g = 9.80665 m/s²
1 US ton-force = 2,000 lbf = 8.8964 kN · 1 kip = 1,000 lbf = 4.4482 kN
Machine tonnage is usually quoted in metric tons (Europe, Asia) or US tons (North America). A “100-ton” press brake is 981 kN if metric and 890 kN if US tons — a 10% difference, so always check which ton is meant.
How to use the Force Unit Converter
- Enter the value.
- Choose the unit to convert from and to (⇄ swaps them).
- All other units are listed in the results panel.
Conversion factors
Value of 1 unit expressed in Newton.
| Unit | Symbol | = N |
|---|---|---|
| Newton | N | 1 |
| Kilonewton | kN | 1000 |
| Meganewton | MN | 1000000 |
| Metric ton-force | tf | 9806.65 |
| Kilogram-force | kgf | 9.80665 |
| Gram-force | gf | 0.00980665 |
| Pound-force | lbf | 4.4482216153 |
| Kip (kilopound-force) | kip | 4448.2216152605 |
| US short ton-force | US tonf | 8896.443230521 |
| UK long ton-force | UK tonf | 9964.0164181835 |
| Dyne | dyn | 0.00001 |
Frequently asked questions
How many kN is 1 ton?
One metric ton-force is 9.80665 kN. One US (short) ton-force is 8.896 kN and one UK (long) ton-force 9.964 kN.
Is 1 kN equal to 100 kg?
Approximately: 1 kN equals 101.97 kgf. Engineers often use “1 kN ≈ 100 kg” for quick estimates.
What is the difference between kg and kgf?
kg is mass; kgf is the force that gravity exerts on one kilogram (9.80665 N). They have the same number on Earth but are different quantities.
How do I convert press tonnage to kN?
Multiply metric tons by 9.80665 (US tons by 8.896). A 200 t press brake delivers about 1,961 kN.
Reviewed by the HARSLE engineering team · Last updated October 2026. Results are engineering estimates; confirm critical values with your machine and tooling documentation.
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