Pound-force to Kilonewton conversion

Convert between Pound-force (lbf) and Kilonewton (kN) or vice versa.

About Pound-force to Kilonewton conversion

What is Pound-force?

A pound-force is the force exerted by gravity on a one-pound mass at sea level. It is used primarily in the United States and the British Commonwealth.

What is Kilonewton?

A kilonewton is equal to 1,000 newtons. It is commonly used in engineering to express larger forces, such as in structural design.

How to convert Pound-force to Kilonewton using our tool?

Enter the Pound-force value in the input field above. Our tool will automatically convert the value to Kilonewton. You can also use the dropdown to select any other unit you want to convert to. The conversion is instant and you can see the result immediately, even when you change the units.