What is a Kilonewton (kN)?
A kilonewton (kN) is a unit of force equal to 1,000 newtons.
Definition
Symbol
kN
Category
Force
System
Metric
1 {unit} = {value} {otherUnit}
1 Kilonewton = 1000 Newton (N)
1 Kilonewton = 101.972 Kilogram-force (kgf)
1 Kilonewton = 224.809 Pound-force (lbf)
1 Kilonewton = 100000000 Dyne (dyn)
Common Uses
- Structural load calculations
- Vehicle braking force
- Tensile strength testing
