Convert Kilogram-force Centimeters to Newton-meters

Formula

N·m = kgf·cm × 0.0980665

or N·m = kgf·cm ÷ 10.19716212978

Derivation from SI units:

• 1 kgf·cm = 9.80665 N × 0.01 m = 0.0980665 N·m (exact)
• 1 N·m = 1 N × 1 m = 1 kg·m²·s⁻²

Both units are defined exactly, so the factor is exact. Kilogram-force Centimeter definition: kilogram-force centimeter; Newton-meter definition: newton-meter.

Worked examples

1. A 13 kgf·cm hobby servo delivers 1.2748645 N·m.
   13 kgf·cm × 0.0980665 = 1.2748645 N·m
2. A 25 kgf·cm servo delivers 2.4516625 N·m.
   25 kgf·cm × 0.0980665 = 2.4516625 N·m

Where it's used

Servo and small gear-motor torques in kg·cm are converted to N·m for engineering calculations. Multiply by 0.0980665.

Kilogram-force Centimeter to other torque units

Frequently asked questions

Sources

• Guide for the Use of the International System of Units (SI), NIST Special Publication 811, 2008 Edition, National Institute of Standards and Technology , Appendix B.8, "kilogram-force meter" with centi.
• The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition (SI Brochure), Bureau International des Poids et Mesures , Table 5, derived units expressed with special names.

Last reviewed: 2026-10-15. Factors are stored exactly and computed with 50-digit decimal arithmetic. See how we verify conversion factors.