Convert quintal (metric) to kilogram
Please provide values below to convert quintal (metric) [cwt] to kilogram [kg], or Convert kilogram to quintal (metric).
1 cwt = 100 kg. To convert quintal (metric) to kilogram, multiply the value by 100; to go the other way, divide by it (1 kg = 0.01 cwt). Both units measure weight and mass and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 cwt = 100 kg
- 1 kg = 0.01 cwt
- 10 cwt = 1000 kg
- 100 cwt = 10000 kg
How to Convert Quintal (Metric) to Kilogram
1 cwt = 100 kg
Example: convert 15 cwt to kg:
15 cwt = 15 × 100 kg = 1500 kg
Quintal (Metric) to Kilogram Conversion Table
| quintal (metric) | kilogram |
|---|---|
| 1 cwt | 100 kg |
| 2 cwt | 200 kg |
| 3 cwt | 300 kg |
| 5 cwt | 500 kg |
| 10 cwt | 1000 kg |
| 20 cwt | 2000 kg |
| 50 cwt | 5000 kg |
| 100 cwt | 10000 kg |
| 500 cwt | 50000 kg |
| 1000 cwt | 100000 kg |
Quintal (Metric)
A quintal (metric) is a unit of mass equal to 100 kilograms.
History/Origin
The metric quintal originated in France in the 19th century as a standard unit of mass for trade and agriculture, replacing older local units. It is part of the metric system established during the French Revolution.
Current Use
The metric quintal is used primarily in agriculture and trade in some countries to measure large quantities of produce, though its use is less common today with the widespread adoption of the kilogram as the standard unit of mass.
Kilogram
The kilogram (kg) is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI), defined as the mass of the International Prototype Kilogram, a platinum-iridium alloy cylinder kept at the International Bureau of Weights and Measures.
History/Origin
The kilogram was originally defined in 1795 as the mass of one liter of water. It was later represented by a platinum standard in 1875, known as the International Prototype Kilogram, which served as the global standard until 2019.
Current Use
Today, the kilogram is defined by the Planck constant, fixed at exactly 6.62607015×10⁻³⁴ joule seconds, ensuring greater precision and stability in measurements worldwide. It is widely used in science, industry, and commerce for measuring mass.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 quintal (metric) in kilogram?
1 quintal (metric) (cwt) = 100 kilogram (kg).
How do you convert quintal (metric) to kilogram?
Multiply the quintal (metric) value by 100. For example, 25 cwt × 100 = 2500 kg.
What is 10 quintal (metric) in kilogram?
10 cwt = 1000 kg.
Which unit is larger, the quintal (metric) or the kilogram?
The quintal (metric) is the larger unit: 1 cwt = 100 kg.