Convert Metric Ton-Force to Kip
Convert Metric Ton-Force (tf) to Kip (kip) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
kip = tf × 2.204622622
About Metric Ton-Force
One metric tonne-force (tf) is the gravitational force on 1,000 kg under standard gravity - exactly 9,806.65 N = 9.80665 kN. It dominates international heavy engineering: crane hook capacities are rated in tf (a '50-tonne crane' lifts 50 tf = 490.3 kN); ship mooring lines, anchor holding power, and cargo lashing per IMO standards are in tf; hydraulic presses for metal extrusion and stamping in Europe and Asia are rated in tf. ISO 7531 lifting-gear working load limits (WLL) use tf. 1 tf = 1,000 kgf = 9,806.65 N = 2,204.6 lbf.
About Kip
One kip (kilo-pound) is exactly 1,000 lbf - approximately 4,448 N. It is the primary force unit in US structural engineering: AISC and ACI 318 specify column loads, beam reactions, and connection capacities in kips and kip·ft or kip·in. 'ksi' (kips per square inch) gives steel yield strength - ASTM A36 yields at 36 ksi; A992/A572 at 50 ksi. Crane capacities, prestressed concrete jacking forces, and soil bearing limits in US geotechnical practice are all in kips. 1 kip = 1,000 lbf = 4,448.22 N = 453.59 kgf.
Quick Reference Table
| Metric Ton-Force (tf) | Kip (kip) |
|---|---|
| 1 tf | 2.20462 kip |
| 2 tf | 4.40925 kip |
| 5 tf | 11.0231 kip |
| 10 tf | 22.0462 kip |
| 25 tf | 55.1156 kip |
| 50 tf | 110.231 kip |
| 100 tf | 220.462 kip |