Convert quarter (UK) to quintal (metric)
Please provide values below to convert quarter (UK) [qr (UK)] to quintal (metric) [cwt], or Convert quintal (metric) to quarter (UK).
1 qr (UK) = 0.1270058636 cwt. To convert quarter (UK) to quintal (metric), multiply the value by 0.1270058636; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cwt = 7.87365222089 qr (UK)). 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 qr (UK) = 0.1270058636 cwt
- 1 cwt = 7.87365222089 qr (UK)
- 10 qr (UK) = 1.270058636 cwt
- 100 qr (UK) = 12.70058636 cwt
How to Convert Quarter (Uk) to Quintal (Metric)
1 qr (UK) = 0.1270058636 cwt
Example: convert 15 qr (UK) to cwt:
15 qr (UK) = 15 × 0.1270058636 cwt = 1.905087954 cwt
Quarter (Uk) to Quintal (Metric) Conversion Table
| quarter (UK) | quintal (metric) |
|---|---|
| 1 qr (UK) | 0.1270058636 cwt |
| 2 qr (UK) | 0.2540117272 cwt |
| 3 qr (UK) | 0.3810175908 cwt |
| 5 qr (UK) | 0.635029318 cwt |
| 10 qr (UK) | 1.270058636 cwt |
| 20 qr (UK) | 2.540117272 cwt |
| 50 qr (UK) | 6.35029318 cwt |
| 100 qr (UK) | 12.70058636 cwt |
| 500 qr (UK) | 63.5029318 cwt |
| 1000 qr (UK) | 127.0058636 cwt |
Quarter (Uk)
A quarter (qr) is a traditional unit of weight used in the UK, typically equal to one-quarter of a hundredweight, or 28 pounds (approximately 12.7 kilograms).
History/Origin
The quarter has historical roots in British measurement systems, originating from the need to divide larger weights into manageable parts. It was commonly used in trade and agriculture before the adoption of the metric system.
Current Use
Today, the quarter is largely obsolete in official measurement but may still be used informally in certain industries such as agriculture and livestock to denote weight, especially in the UK.
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 quarter (UK) in quintal (metric)?
1 quarter (UK) (qr (UK)) = 0.1270058636 quintal (metric) (cwt).
How do you convert quarter (UK) to quintal (metric)?
Multiply the quarter (UK) value by 0.1270058636. For example, 25 qr (UK) × 0.1270058636 = 3.17514659 cwt.
What is 10 quarter (UK) in quintal (metric)?
10 qr (UK) = 1.270058636 cwt.
Which unit is larger, the quarter (UK) or the quintal (metric)?
The quintal (metric) is the larger unit: 1 qr (UK) equals only 0.1270058636 cwt.