Kilogram-force to Ton-force (long) Conversion
Convert between Kilogram-force and Ton-force (long) quickly and accurately.
How to Convert Kilogram-force to Ton-force (long)
Conversion Formula
Example
Convert 15 kgf to tonf (UK):
Unit Information
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Kilogram-force
kgf
Definition
Kilogram-force represents the gravitational force exerted on a mass of one kilogram under standard gravity conditions. It is equivalent to approximately 9.81 Newtons and is commonly used in engineering applications, particularly in countries using metric systems.
History/Origin
Kilogram-force was widely used in engineering before the Newton became the standard SI unit. It provided an intuitive way to express forces in terms of familiar mass units. The unit was particularly popular in European engineering practices and remains in use in some applications.
Current Use
Still used in some engineering applications, particularly in Europe and Asia. Common in mechanical engineering for torque specifications and in some automotive applications. Used in material testing and in some industrial processes where the relationship to mass is important.
Multiplier
9.807
Offset
0
Ton-force (long)
tonf (UK)
Definition
Ton-force (long) represents the gravitational force exerted on a long ton (2,240 pounds) under standard gravity conditions. It equals approximately 9,964 Newtons and is used for measuring very large forces in industrial and engineering applications, particularly in the United Kingdom.
History/Origin
Ton-force (long) emerged as a practical unit for expressing large forces in industrial applications, particularly in the United Kingdom. It was particularly useful in heavy industry, mining, and construction where forces are measured in tons. The long ton version became standardized in the UK.
Current Use
Used in heavy industry for measuring large forces, such as in mining equipment, construction machinery, and industrial presses. Common in shipbuilding and offshore engineering in the United Kingdom. Used in some UK engineering standards and specifications for large-scale applications.
Multiplier
9964.016
Offset
0
Kilogram-force to Ton-force (long) Conversion Table
| Kilogram-force [kgf] | Ton-force (long) [tonf (UK)] |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf | 0.000984 tonf (UK) |
| 10 kgf | 0.009842 tonf (UK) |
| 25 kgf | 0.024605 tonf (UK) |
| 50 kgf | 0.04921 tonf (UK) |
| 100 kgf | 0.098421 tonf (UK) |
| 0 kgf | 0E+0 tonf (UK) |
| -10 kgf | -0.009842 tonf (UK) |
| -40 kgf | -0.039368 tonf (UK) |
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