Convert Knot to Foot per Second
1.687808
≈ 1 11/16 ft/s
1 kn = 1.6878084 ft/s
Use the conversion factor 1 kn = 1.687808399 ft/s. To convert Knot to Foot per Second, multiply the input value by 1.687808399.
Conversion Formula
ft/s = kn × 1.68781
Reverse: kn = ft/s × 0.592484
Conversion Examples
1 kn × 1.6878084 =
1.6878084 ft/s
1 Knots = 1.6878084 Feet per Second
5 kn × 1.6878084 =
8.439042 ft/s
5 Knots = 8.439042 Feet per Second
10 kn × 1.6878084 =
16.878084 ft/s
10 Knots = 16.878084 Feet per Second
25 kn × 1.6878084 =
42.19521 ft/s
25 Knots = 42.19521 Feet per Second
50 kn × 1.6878084 =
84.39042 ft/s
50 Knots = 84.39042 Feet per Second
100 kn × 1.6878084 =
168.78084 ft/s
100 Knots = 168.78084 Feet per Second
Knot to Foot per Second Table
kn =—ft/s
| Knot (kn) | Foot per Second (ft/s) | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.6878 | 1 11/16 |
| 2 | 3.3756 | 3 3/8 |
| 3 | 5.0634 | 5 1/16 |
| 4 | 6.7512 | 6 3/4 |
| 5 | 8.439 | 8 7/16 |
| 6 | 10.1269 | 10 1/8 |
| 7 | 11.8147 | 11 13/16 |
| 8 | 13.5025 | 13 1/2 |
| 9 | 15.1903 | 15 3/16 |
| 10 | 16.8781 | 16 7/8 |
| 11 | 18.5659 | 18 9/16 |
| 12 | 20.2537 | 20 1/4 |
| 13 | 21.9415 | 21 15/16 |
| 14 | 23.6293 | 23 5/8 |
| 15 | 25.3171 | 25 5/16 |
| 16 | 27.0049 | — |
| 17 | 28.6927 | 28 11/16 |
| 18 | 30.3806 | 30 3/8 |
| 19 | 32.0684 | 32 1/16 |
| 20 | 33.7562 | 33 3/4 |
Unit Definitions
What is a Knot (kn)?
OtherWorldwide (maritime/aviation)
Knot (kn) is one of the two units used in this conversion. Open its dedicated unit page for the reviewed definition and references.
Learn more about KnotWhat is a Foot per Second (ft/s)?
ImperialUnited States
Foot per Second (ft/s) is one of the two units used in this conversion. Open its dedicated unit page for the reviewed definition and references.
Learn more about Foot per SecondFrequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Knot to Foot per Second?
Multiply the value in kn by 1.687808399. The formula is ft/s = kn × 1.687808399.
How many Foot per Second are in 1 Knot?
One Knot equals 1.687808399 ft/s.
What is 10 kn in ft/s?
10 kn equals 16.87808399 ft/s.
How do I convert Foot per Second back to Knot?
Use the reverse factor: 1 ft/s = 0.5924843132 kn.