Knots to Feet/second Converter
Convert kn to ft/s instantly — and see every other speed unit at once.
From
To
1.6878ft/s
1 kn=1.6878 ft/s
1 kn in every unit
Meters/second
0.514444m/s
Kilometers/hour
1.852km/h
Miles/hour
1.1508mph
Feet/second
1.6878ft/s
Knotsfrom
1kn
Mach
0.001512M
Common Knots to Feet/second conversions
| Knots (kn) | Feet/second (ft/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 kn | 1.68781 ft/s |
| 2 kn | 3.37562 ft/s |
| 5 kn | 8.43904 ft/s |
| 10 kn | 16.87808 ft/s |
| 25 kn | 42.19521 ft/s |
| 50 kn | 84.39042 ft/s |
| 100 kn | 168.78084 ft/s |
| 250 kn | 421.9521 ft/s |
| 500 kn | 843.9042 ft/s |
| 1000 kn | 1687.8084 ft/s |
The formula
ft/s = Knots × 1.68781
Knots (kn) — a unit of speed.
Feet/second (ft/s) — a unit of speed.
Worked examples
1 kn→1.68781 ft/s
Apply Knots × 1.68781 with input = 1. Result: 1.68781 ft/s.
5 kn→8.43904 ft/s
Apply Knots × 1.68781 with input = 5. Result: 8.43904 ft/s.
10 kn→16.87808 ft/s
Apply Knots × 1.68781 with input = 10. Result: 16.87808 ft/s.
FAQ
How do I convert Knots to Feet/second?
Use the formula: ft/s = Knots × 1.68781. You can also use the converter above — type any value and the result updates instantly.
Where are Knots used?
Knots (kn) — a unit of speed.
Where are Feet/second used?
Feet/second (ft/s) — a unit of speed.
How do I convert Feet/second back to Knots?
Use the Feet/second to Knots converter.