Convert kilogram to quintal (metric)
Please provide values below to convert kilogram [kg] to quintal (metric) [cwt], or Convert quintal (metric) to kilogram.
1 kg = 0.01 cwt. To convert kilogram to quintal (metric), multiply the value by 0.01; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cwt = 100 kg). 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 kg = 0.01 cwt
- 1 cwt = 100 kg
- 10 kg = 0.1 cwt
- 100 kg = 1 cwt
How to Convert Kilogram to Quintal (Metric)
1 kg = 0.01 cwt
Example: convert 15 kg to cwt:
15 kg = 15 × 0.01 cwt = 0.15 cwt
Kilogram to Quintal (Metric) Conversion Table
| kilogram | quintal (metric) |
|---|---|
| 1 kg | 0.01 cwt |
| 2 kg | 0.02 cwt |
| 3 kg | 0.03 cwt |
| 5 kg | 0.05 cwt |
| 10 kg | 0.1 cwt |
| 20 kg | 0.2 cwt |
| 50 kg | 0.5 cwt |
| 100 kg | 1 cwt |
| 500 kg | 5 cwt |
| 1000 kg | 10 cwt |
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilogram in quintal (metric)?
1 kilogram (kg) = 0.01 quintal (metric) (cwt).
How do you convert kilogram to quintal (metric)?
Multiply the kilogram value by 0.01. For example, 25 kg × 0.01 = 0.25 cwt.
What is 10 kilogram in quintal (metric)?
10 kg = 0.1 cwt.
Which unit is larger, the kilogram or the quintal (metric)?
The quintal (metric) is the larger unit: 1 kg equals only 0.01 cwt.