Moment of Force Converter
Convert torque or moment of force between newton metres, foot-pounds, inch-pounds, kilogram-force metres and related units.
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Quick answer
Moment of force is the turning effect of a force about a point: force multiplied by perpendicular distance. The SI unit is the newton metre, with one pound-force foot at 1.3558 N·m and one kilogram-force metre at 9.80665 N·m. It shares dimensions with energy but is a different quantity, which is why it is always written N·m and never joules.
| Newton metre (N·m) | 1 |
| Kilonewton metre (kN·m) | 0.001 |
| Newton centimetre (N·cm) | 100 |
| Kilogram-force metre (kgf·m) | 0.1019716213 |
| Pound-force foot (lbf·ft) | 0.7375621493 |
| Pound-force inch (lbf·in) | 8.850745793 |
About the Moment of Force Converter
Moment of force, often called torque, measures the turning effect produced when a force acts at a distance from a pivot. The SI unit is the newton metre.
This converter moves between newton metres, kilogram-force metres and pound-force feet used across engineering disciplines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is moment of force?
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It is the rotational effect of a force: the force multiplied by its perpendicular distance from the pivot.
Is moment of force the same as torque?
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They are closely related and often used interchangeably; both are measured in newton metres.
How do I convert pound-force feet to newton metres?
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Multiply pound-force feet by about 1.35582 to get newton metres.