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Force converter

Convert forces between newtons, dynes, pound-force, and kilogram-force.

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1 N = 0.001 kN

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Kilogram-force and pound-force use standard gravity 9.80665 m/s². A kilogram or pound of mass is a different quantity; local weight depends on local gravity. Carry the same physical assumptions into subsequent physics calculations.

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