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Newton meter (N·m)

SI unit of torque and moment of force: one newton acting at a distance of one meter.

What is a newton meter?

Symbol
N·m
Quantity
Torque
Unit system
SI
Definition
SI unit of torque and moment of force: one newton acting at a distance of one meter.
Exact
Yes, the value is exact by definition
Source
SI Brochure, 9th edition (BIPM, 2019)

Common applications

The SI unit of torque, used for engine output, bolt tightening specifications and torque wrenches.

Newton meter in other torque units

Newton meter quick reference

Newton meter in other units
Newton meterKilogram-force meterKilogram-force centimeterPound-force foot
1 N·m≈ 0.1019716213 kgf·m≈ 10.19716213 kgf·cm≈ 0.7375621493 lbf·ft
10 N·m≈ 1.019716213 kgf·m≈ 101.9716213 kgf·cm≈ 7.375621493 lbf·ft
100 N·m≈ 10.19716213 kgf·m≈ 1019.716213 kgf·cm≈ 73.75621493 lbf·ft
1000 N·m≈ 101.9716213 kgf·m≈ 10197.16213 kgf·cm≈ 737.5621493 lbf·ft

Where the newton meter fits

The next smaller torque unit is the pound-force inch (lbf·in). 1 N·m ≈ 8.850745791 lbf·in, and 1 lbf·in = 0.1129848290276167 N·m.

The next larger torque unit is the pound-force foot (lbf·ft). 1 N·m ≈ 0.7375621493 lbf·ft, and 1 lbf·ft = 1.3558179483314004 N·m.

Frequently asked questions

How many kilogram-force meters are in one newton meter?
One newton meter ≈ 0.1019716213 kgf·m (kilogram-force meters).
How many kilogram-force centimeters are in one newton meter?
One newton meter ≈ 10.19716213 kgf·cm (kilogram-force centimeters).
How many pound-force feet are in one newton meter?
One newton meter ≈ 0.7375621493 lbf·ft (pound-force feet).