Quintal is a unit used in mass conversions and practical measurement work.
In its metric form the quintal is 100 kg. It is still used for grain and other agricultural produce in parts of Europe and Latin America.
Measurement system: Metric, customary and historical mass-measurement usage. SI equivalent: 1 q = 100 kg.
Quintal facts
- Unit name
- Quintal
- Symbol
- q
- Category
- Mass
- Measurement system
- Metric, customary and historical mass-measurement usage
- SI equivalent
- 1 q = 100 kg
- Common uses
- Products, material quantities, scientific work and trade
Definition of the quintal
Quintal is a unit used in mass conversions and practical measurement work.
Measurement system and SI relationship
Metric, customary and historical mass-measurement usage
SI equivalent: 1 q = 100 kg
History of the quintal
In its metric form the quintal is 100 kg. It is still used for grain and other agricultural produce in parts of Europe and Latin America.
Where is the quintal used?
Products, material quantities, scientific work and trade