Force to Newtons Converter
Kilonewton to Newton Conversion
1 Kilonewton = 1,000 Newton
Convert between Kilonewton and Newton with step-by-step calculations.
Unit Information
Kilonewton (kN)
A metric unit of force equal to one thousand newtons.
System: SI
Newton (N)
The SI derived unit of force.
System: SI
Conversion Process
This conversion uses Newton as the base unit. We'll first convert Kilonewton to Newton, then convert from Newton to Newton.
Step 1: Convert from Kilonewton to Newton
1 × 1,000 = 1,000
Result: 1,000 Newton
Step 2: Convert from Newton to Newton
1,000 × 1 = 1,000
Result: 1,000 Newton
Direct Conversion Factor
1 × 1,000 = 1,000
Direct conversion: 1 Kilonewton = 1,000 Newton
Newton (N)
System: SI
Definition:1 Newton is the force required to accelerate a mass of one kilogram at a rate of one meter per second squared (1 N = 1 kg⋅m/s²).
Origin: Named after Sir Isaac Newton for his work on classical mechanics.
Common Usage: The standard unit of force used globally in science, engineering, and physics.
Synonyms: kg m/s²