Kilogram-Force Centimeter to Pound-Force Foot Conversion

Convert between Kilogram-Force Centimeter and Pound-Force Foot quickly and accurately.

kgf·cm
lbf·ft

How to Convert Kilogram-Force Centimeter to Pound-Force Foot

Conversion Formula

1 kgf·cm = 0.072 lbf·ft
1 lbf·ft = 13.825 kgf·cm

Example

Convert 15 kgf·cm to lbf·ft:

15 kgf·cm = 15 × 0.072 lbf·ft = 1.085 lbf·ft

Unit Information

Learn about the torque units you're converting between

Kilogram-Force Centimeter

kgf·cm

Definition

The kilogram-force centimeter (kgf·cm) is a gravitational metric unit of torque, equal to 0.0980665 newton meters. It represents the rotational force produced by one kilogram-force applied at one centimeter from the pivot point.

History/Origin

This unit was commonly used in the technical system of units for smaller torque measurements. It provided a practical unit for centimeter-scale applications in engineering and manufacturing.

Current Use

Still found in some industrial contexts and older technical specifications, particularly in countries with a history of using gravitational metric units for engineering applications.

Multiplier

0.098

Offset

0

Pound-Force Foot

lbf·ft

Definition

The pound-force foot (lbf·ft) is an imperial unit of torque, commonly known as foot-pound. It represents the rotational force produced by one pound-force applied at one foot from the pivot point.

History/Origin

This unit is a cornerstone of the US customary system for rotational dynamics. It has a long history of use in mechanical engineering, particularly in the automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing industries.

Current Use

Predominantly used in the United States for engineering calculations, especially in contexts like engine torque, fastener tightening, and machinery design where imperial units for force and length are standard.

Multiplier

1.356

Offset

0

Kilogram-Force Centimeter to Pound-Force Foot Conversion Table

Kilogram-Force Centimeter [kgf·cm] Pound-Force Foot [lbf·ft]
1 kgf·cm 0.07233 lbf·ft
10 kgf·cm 0.723301 lbf·ft
25 kgf·cm 1.808253 lbf·ft
50 kgf·cm 3.616507 lbf·ft
100 kgf·cm 7.233014 lbf·ft
0 kgf·cm 0E+0 lbf·ft
-10 kgf·cm -0.723301 lbf·ft
-40 kgf·cm -2.893205 lbf·ft