1 Quintal = 100 kilograms

How to convert quintal to kilograms?

To convert from quintals to kilograms, multiply the number of quintals by 100 because one quintal equals 100 kilograms. This conversion ensures accurate scaling for weight measurements in agricultural and commercial contexts.

Conversion formula

Kilograms (kg) = Quintal (q) × 100

About Quintal

The quintal is a traditional unit of mass that originated in the medieval Mediterranean region, historically used as a standardized measure in trade and agriculture. Derived from the Latin word centenarium—meaning "containing a hundred"—the quintal was initially equivalent to 100 Roman pounds.

Over centuries, its exact weight has varied depending on regional standards, but in the modern metric system, a quintal is universally recognized as 100 kilograms.

The quintal remains in use in many countries, including India, Pakistan, and parts of Europe, particularly in the agricultural and commodities sectors. It is a convenient unit for expressing the mass of bulk goods like grains, produce, or industrial materials. Despite its historical roots, the quintal continues to play a crucial role in the trade and transportation of large quantities of goods, providing a straightforward alternative to the metric ton in smaller-scale or localized markets.

Table for Quintal to Kilograms

Quintal Kilogram
0.01 q1 kg
0.1 q10 kg
1 q100 kg
2 q200 kg
3 q300 kg
4 q400 kg
5 q500 kg
6 q600 kg
7 q700 kg
8 q800 kg
9 q900 kg
10 q1 000 kg
11 q1 100 kg
12 q1 200 kg
13 q1 300 kg
14 q1 400 kg
15 q1 500 kg
16 q1 600 kg
17 q1 700 kg
18 q1 800 kg
19 q1 900 kg
20 q2 000 kg

About kilogram

The kilogram is the fundamental unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI), defined as the mass of a specific platinum-iridium alloy cylinder known as the International Prototype of the Kilogram, which was created in 1889 and maintained in Sèvres, France.

Its origin lies in the French Revolution, when the metric system was devised to provide a universal standard based on natural constants, ensuring fairness and accuracy in trade and science. As of 2019, the kilogram's definition was refined to be based on the Planck constant, a fundamental constant of quantum physics, enhancing its precision and universality.

The kilogram is employed globally in scientific research, engineering, industry, and daily life for measuring everything from groceries to scientific samples. Its consistency and reproducibility make it an essential unit for international commerce, trade, and scientific advancement, embodying the principles of measurement integrity and global cooperation.

Quintal conversion

Unit Value
1 q 100 kg
1 q 100000 g
1 q 220 lb
1 q 3527,39 oz

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