Convert Knot to Foot per second

One kn equals 1.687809857 ft/s. This converter allows you to easily convert between Knot and Foot per second in real time.

Formula

kn × 1.687809857 = ft/s

Example: 1 kn = 1.687809857 ft/s

What is Knot?

The knot is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile (1,852 meters) per hour. It is the standard unit for maritime and aviation speed worldwide. Ship speeds, aircraft airspeeds, and wind speeds in marine forecasts are all commonly expressed in knots. The name comes from the historical practice of measuring a ship's speed by counting knots on a rope paid out over a fixed time. One knot equals approximately 0.5144 m/s.

What is Foot per second?

The foot per second is a unit of speed equal to 0.3048 meters per second. It is used primarily in the United States in engineering and ballistics. Muzzle velocities of firearms are traditionally expressed in ft/s, with typical rifle rounds ranging from 2,000 to 3,000 ft/s. It is also used in HVAC engineering for duct air velocity and in various American industrial standards. One ft/s is exactly 0.3048 m/s.