Convert kilogram-force to ton-force (long)
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force [kgf] to ton-force (long) [tonf (UK)], or Convert ton-force (long) to kilogram-force.
How to Convert Kilogram-Force to Ton-Force (Long)
1 kgf = 0.000984206527431636 tonf (UK)
Example: convert 15 kgf to tonf (UK):
15 kgf = 15 × 0.000984206527431636 tonf (UK) = 0.0147630979114745 tonf (UK)
Kilogram-Force to Ton-Force (Long) Conversion Table
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Kilogram-Force
Kilogram-force (kgf) is a unit of force defined as the force exerted by one kilogram of mass in standard gravity, approximately equal to 9.80665 newtons.
History/Origin
The kilogram-force was historically used in engineering and physics to express forces in terms of the mass unit kilogram and the acceleration due to gravity. It was more common before the widespread adoption of the newton as the standard SI unit of force.
Current Use
Kilogram-force is largely obsolete in scientific contexts and has been replaced by the newton in the International System of Units (SI). However, it may still be encountered in certain engineering fields or older documentation, especially in regions or industries that use customary units.
Ton-Force (Long)
A unit of force equal to the force exerted by one long ton (2,240 pounds) under standard gravity, approximately 20,000 pounds-force.
History/Origin
The ton-force (long) originated from the use of the long ton in the UK, primarily for engineering and maritime purposes, before the adoption of SI units. It was used to measure force in contexts where imperial units were standard.
Current Use
The ton-force (long) is largely obsolete in modern scientific and engineering contexts, replaced by the newton. It may still be used in some historical or niche applications within the UK or in legacy systems.