Quintal to Pound Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
Convert quintals to pounds with our free online weight converter.
Quintal to Pound Calculator
How to Use the Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Quintal).
- The converted value in Pound will appear automatically in the 'To' field.
- Use the dropdown menus to select different units within the Weight category.
- Click the swap button (⇌) to reverse the conversion direction.
How to Convert Quintal to Pound
Converting Quintal to Pound involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Quintal = 220.462 poundsExample Calculation:
Convert 5 quintals: 5 × 220.462 = 1102.31 pounds
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What is a Quintal and a Pound?
The quintal (q) is a historical unit of mass, typically defined as 100 units of either kilograms or pounds, depending on the context. The metric quintal is precisely 100 kilograms.
The pound (avoirdupois) is a unit of mass used in the imperial and US customary systems. It is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms.
Note: The Quintal is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Pound belongs to the imperial/US customary system.
History of the Quintal and Pound
The term derives from Arabic ("qinṭār") and Latin ("centenarius" meaning "containing a hundred"). It was widely used across Europe and its colonies, but its value varied significantly by region (sometimes being 100 pounds, sometimes 100 kilograms, or other values). The metric quintal (100 kg) is the most common modern interpretation.
Originates from the Roman 'libra'. The avoirdupois pound became the standard for commerce in England and was later adopted in the US.
Common Uses for quintals and pounds
Explore the typical applications for both Quintal (imperial/US) and Pound (imperial/US) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for quintals
- Agriculture: Still used in some countries (e.g., India, Brazil, France) for trading grain, coffee, and other agricultural commodities, usually referring to the 100 kg metric quintal.
- Historical Context: Encountered in historical trade documents.
Common Uses for pounds
- Body Weight: The primary unit for measuring human body weight in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada, commonly seen on personal scales.
- Food & Groceries (US/UK): Standard unit for selling and pricing produce (e.g., apples, potatoes by the pound), meat, cheese, and deli items. Recipe ingredients are often measured in pounds or ounces.
- General Weight: Used for everyday weight measurements in non-scientific contexts in the US/UK, such as package weight for domestic shipping or luggage weight.
- Specific Applications: Sometimes used in technical fields like measuring tire pressure (pounds per square inch, PSI - though PSI is pressure, not mass) or fishing line strength (lb-test).
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Quintal (q)
How many kilograms are in a metric quintal?
There are exactly 100 kilograms (kg) in 1 metric quintal (q).
How does a quintal relate to a metric ton?
One metric ton (tonne, t) is equal to 10 quintals (q), as 1 tonne = 1000 kg and 1 quintal = 100 kg.
Is a quintal always 100 kg?
Not historically. While the metric quintal is 100 kg, older definitions or regional variations could refer to 100 pounds or other amounts. Context is important.
About Pound (lb)
What measurement system uses pounds?
The pound (lb) is a key unit in the imperial and US customary measurement systems.
Where is the pound commonly used?
Primarily in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada for everyday measurements like body weight and groceries.
How many ounces are in a pound?
There are exactly 16 avoirdupois ounces (oz) in 1 avoirdupois pound (lb).
Conversion Table: Quintal to Pound
| Quintal (q) | Pound (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 220.462 |
| 5 | 1,102.311 |
| 10 | 2,204.623 |
| 25 | 5,511.557 |
| 50 | 11,023.113 |
| 100 | 22,046.226 |
| 500 | 110,231.131 |
| 1,000 | 220,462.262 |
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