Convert newtons to kN
Newtons to kilonewtons. Enter a value to convert, or use the newtons to kN chart further down the page.
1 newton equals 0.001 kilonewtons. Going the other way, 1 kilonewton = 1,000 newtons.
How to convert newtons to kN
To convert newtons to kilonewtons, multiply the newton value by 0.001. You can also divide by 1000 to get the same answer.
kN = N × 0.001
Worked example
Convert 15 N to kilonewtons:
15 N = 0.015 kN
newtons to kN conversion chart
Use this newtons to kN table for quick reference without typing anything.
| newtons (N) | kilonewtons (kN) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 N | 0.00001 kN |
| 0.1 N | 0.0001 kN |
| 1 N | 0.001 kN |
| 2 N | 0.002 kN |
| 3 N | 0.003 kN |
| 5 N | 0.005 kN |
| 10 N | 0.01 kN |
| 20 N | 0.02 kN |
| 50 N | 0.05 kN |
| 100 N | 0.1 kN |
| 1,000 N | 1 kN |
What is a newton?
The newton is the SI unit of force: the force that accelerates one kilogram at one meter per second squared.
What is a kilonewton?
A kilonewton is 1,000 newtons — roughly the weight of 102 kilograms at the Earth’s surface. Structural loads and climbing hardware ratings are given in kilonewtons.
Frequently asked questions
How many kN are in a newton?
1 newtons equals 0.001 kN. Going the other way, 1 kN is 1,000 newtons.
How do you convert newtons to kN?
To convert newtons to kilonewtons, multiply the newton value by 0.001. You can also divide by 1000 to get the same answer.
What is 10 newtons in kN?
10 newtons equals 0.01 kN. The conversion chart on this page lists the other values people look up most often.
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