Torque Converter

Torque Converter

Local Processing

Convert between torque units including newton meter, kilonewton meter, pound-foot, pound-inch, and kilogram-force meter.

How It Works & Processing Standards

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Converts engine torque or bolt tightening torque between the units different manufacturers use.

How to Use Torque Converter

  1. 1
    Enter a valueDecimals and negative numbers (for temperature, say) are accepted.
  2. 2
    Choose unitsPick the unit you have and the unit you want. The swap button reverses the direction.
  3. 3
    Read, copy or shareResults show up to six decimal places. Copy them or create a share link with the same value.

Examples

100 N·m in lb-ft
Input: 100 N·m → lb-ft
Result: 73.756215
10 kgf·m in N·m
Input: 10 kgf·m → N·m
Result: 98.0665

Common Use Cases

  • Matching wheel-nut torque to your torque wrench
  • Comparing kgf·m and N·m on car specs
  • Converting lb-ft from overseas service manuals

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Isn’t torque the same unit as energy?

N·m and J share dimensions but mean different things. Torque is turning force, so it is converted here only.

How many N·m is 1 kgf·m?

9.80665 N·m (standard gravity).

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