Convert Nm to kgf-cm
newton meters to kilogram-force centimeters. Enter a value to convert, or use the Nm to kgf-cm chart further down the page.
1 newton meter equals 10.1972 kilogram-force centimeters. Going the other way, 1 kilogram-force centimeter = 0.0980665 newton meters.
Note. Torque and energy share the same dimensions, so a newton metre and a joule are numerically identical — but they are not interchangeable in meaning. Keep torque figures in torque units.
How to convert Nm to kgf-cm
To convert newton meters to kilogram-force centimeters, multiply the newton meter value by 10.19716213. You can also divide by 0.0980665 to get the same answer.
kgf·cm = N·m × 10.19716213
Worked example
Convert 15 N·m to kilogram-force centimeters:
15 N·m = 152.957 kgf·cm
Nm to kgf-cm conversion chart
Use this Nm to kgf-cm table for quick reference without typing anything.
| newton meters (N·m) | kilogram-force centimeters (kgf·cm) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 N·m | 0.101972 kgf·cm |
| 0.1 N·m | 1.01972 kgf·cm |
| 1 N·m | 10.1972 kgf·cm |
| 2 N·m | 20.3943 kgf·cm |
| 3 N·m | 30.5915 kgf·cm |
| 5 N·m | 50.9858 kgf·cm |
| 10 N·m | 101.972 kgf·cm |
| 20 N·m | 203.943 kgf·cm |
| 50 N·m | 509.858 kgf·cm |
| 100 N·m | 1,019.72 kgf·cm |
| 1,000 N·m | 10,197.2 kgf·cm |
What is a newton meter?
The newton meter is the SI unit of torque: one newton of force applied at one meter from the pivot. It is the unit on almost every metric torque wrench and vehicle service manual.
What is a kilogram-force centimeter?
A kilogram-force centimeter is one hundredth of a kgf·m, about 0.098 Nm. Small motors and servos are rated in kgf·cm.
Frequently asked questions
How many kgf-cm are in a newton meter?
1 Nm equals 10.1972 kgf-cm. Going the other way, 1 kgf-cm is 0.0980665 Nm.
How do you convert Nm to kgf-cm?
To convert newton meters to kilogram-force centimeters, multiply the newton meter value by 10.19716213. You can also divide by 0.0980665 to get the same answer.
What is 10 Nm in kgf-cm?
10 Nm equals 101.972 kgf-cm. The conversion chart on this page lists the other values people look up most often.
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