Torque Calculator

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Calculates the rotational equivalent of force, causing an object to rotate (τ = rF sin θ).

How To Use

How to use this calculator

Start with your values, or try a preset.

Step 1

Enter Radius (r), Force (F), and Angle (θ) in the units shown.

Step 2

Read Torque (τ) in the results panel. Results update as you change the inputs.

Step 3

Choose a preset to load an example, then adjust the values for your situation.

Worked Examples

See the inputs and their calculated results.

Radius (r): 2 meters; Force (F): 50 Newtons; Angle (θ): 90 degrees

Torque (τ): 100 Newton-meters

Radius (r): 3 meters; Force (F): 75 Newtons; Angle (θ): 30 degrees

Torque (τ): 112.5 Newton-meters

Radius (r): 1 meters; Force (F): 25 Newtons; Angle (θ): 60 degrees

Torque (τ): 21.65063509 Newton-meters

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