Kilonewtons (kN)
The kilonewton is 1,000 N, about the weight of 102 kg.
Convert kilonewtons to any force unit
1 kilonewton = 1,000 newtons
Quick facts
1 kilonewton in other units
| Newtons | 1,000 N |
| Pounds-force | 224.8089431 lbf |
| Kilograms-force | 101.9716213 kgf |
| Dynes | 100,000,000 dyn |
| Kips | 0.2248089431 kip |
What is a kilonewton?
The kilonewton is 1,000 N, about the weight of 102 kg. It is used for structural loads, anchors, climbing equipment and engine thrust.
Where the kilonewton sits among force units
The kilonewton is number 11 of 18 on our scale of force units, ordered from smallest to largest.
Kilonewtons in real life
- A climbing rope is tested to about 9 kN of impact force
- A Boeing 737 engine produces about 120 kN of thrust
One kilonewton is about the weight of 14 bowling balls, or about the weight of 1.4 adults, or about the weight of 102 liters of water, or about 8.5% of the weight of a small car.
Top kilonewton conversions
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Frequently asked questions
What is a kilonewton?
The kilonewton is 1,000 N, about the weight of 102 kg.
How is the kilonewton defined?
1,000 newtons.
How many newtons are in a kilonewton?
One kilonewton equals 1,000 newtons.
How many pounds-force are in a kilonewton?
One kilonewton equals 224.8089431 pounds-force.
How many kilograms-force are in a kilonewton?
One kilonewton equals 101.9716213 kilograms-force.