Convert kilogram to hundredweight (UK)
Please provide values below to convert kilogram [kg] to hundredweight (UK) [cwt (UK)], or Convert hundredweight (UK) to kilogram.
How to Convert Kilogram to Hundredweight (Uk)
1 kg = 0.0196841305522212 cwt (UK)
Example: convert 15 kg to cwt (UK):
15 kg = 15 × 0.0196841305522212 cwt (UK) = 0.295261958283318 cwt (UK)
Kilogram to Hundredweight (Uk) Conversion Table
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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.
Hundredweight (Uk)
The hundredweight (UK), or cwt (UK), is a unit of weight equal to 112 pounds avoirdupois, primarily used in the United Kingdom for measuring commodities like produce and livestock.
History/Origin
The UK hundredweight has been used historically in trade and agriculture, originating from the traditional system of weights. It was standardized in the imperial system and has been in use since the 19th century, although its usage has declined with metrication.
Current Use
Today, the UK hundredweight is still used in certain industries such as agriculture and livestock trading, especially in the UK, but it is largely replaced by the metric system in most contexts.