Convert Kilogram-force Centimeters to Pound-feet

Formula

lbf·ft = kgf·cm × 0.0723301385121

or lbf·ft = kgf·cm ÷ 13.8254954376

Derivation from SI units:

• 1 kgf·cm = 9.80665 N × 0.01 m = 0.0980665 N·m (exact)
• 1 lbf·ft = 4.4482216152605 N × 0.3048 m = 1.3558179483314 N·m
• 1 kgf·cm = 0.0980665 N·m ÷ 1.355817948331 N·m per lbf·ft = 0.0723301385121 lbf·ft

Both units are defined exactly, so the factor is exact. Kilogram-force Centimeter definition: kilogram-force centimeter; Pound-foot definition: pound-foot.

Worked examples

1. A reading of 10 kgf·cm converts to 0.7233013851 lbf·ft.
   10 kgf·cm × 0.07233013851 = 0.7233013851 lbf·ft
2. A value of 25 kgf·cm is 1.808253463 lbf·ft.
   25 kgf·cm × 0.07233013851 = 1.808253463 lbf·ft

Where it's used

Kilogram-force Centimeters are used for RC servo torque ratings (e.g. 13 kg·cm), while pound-feet appear in US car wheel-lug and bolt torques. Both measure torque (moment of force), so the conversion is a fixed factor.

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.
• 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, "pound-force foot (lbf·ft)".

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