Kilograms to metric quintals

Type a value in kilograms to see it in metric quintals straight away, or type in the second box to convert back.

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How to use it

  1. Type the value in the kilograms box.
  2. Read the result in metric quintals as you type, and pick the precision you need.
  3. Swap the direction to convert back, or copy the result.

How it is calculated

q = kg × 0.01

Multiply the value in kilograms by 0.01 to get metric quintals.

Example

To convert 25 kg to metric quintals: 25 × 0.01 = 0.25 q.

Conversion table

Kilograms (kg)Metric quintals (q)
10.01
20.02
30.03
50.05
100.1
200.2
250.25
500.5
1001
2502.5
5005
1,00010

About the units

Kilogram
The SI base unit of mass, defined since 2019 by fixing the Planck constant at 6.62607015 × 10^-34 J s.
Metric quintal
The metric quintal equals 100 kilograms and is used in grain and crop trading. Traditional quintals in some countries had other values.

Limits and caveats

  • Results are rounded for display and computed with the browser's floating point precision (about 15 significant digits).
  • Both unit factors are exact by their official definitions.

Questions about this tool

How many metric quintals are in one kilogram?

1 kg = 0.01 q exactly.

How do I convert kilograms to metric quintals?

Use q = kg × 0.01. For example, 25 kg = 0.25 q.

How many kilograms are in one metric quintal?

1 q = 100 kg.

Are mass and weight the same thing?

Strictly no: mass is the amount of matter, in kilograms, while weight is the force of gravity on it, in newtons. Scales display mass, so everyday language uses the two words interchangeably.

What is the difference between an ounce and a troy ounce?

An ordinary ounce is 28.349523125 grams and is used for food and goods, while a troy ounce is 31.1034768 grams and is used to price gold and silver.