Convert Metric Ton to Quintal
Metric Ton
The metric ton (or tonne, symbol t) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms (1,000 kg) or 1 megagram (1 Mg). It is part of the metric system but is not an SI unit. However, it is accepted for use with the SI due to its widespread application in measuring large masses, such as in industry and transportation.
The metric ton was introduced in the 1790s during the creation of the metric system in France. It was established as a convenient way to represent large quantities of mass, aligning with the decimal-based nature of the system. The term "tonne" is derived from the Old French word "tonne", meaning a large cask or barrel, reflecting its use in measuring heavy loads. Over time, it became a standardized unit used globally in fields like shipping, agriculture, and environmental science.
Quintal
The quintal is a unit of mass used in some countries, primarily in trade and agriculture. It is equal to 100 kilograms (kg) in most countries that use the metric system. In the U.S., however, the quintal is sometimes referred to as 100 pounds (approximately 45.36 kilograms) and is used in certain industries, particularly in agriculture.
The term quintal comes from the Latin word "centum", meaning "hundred," and historically referred to a weight of around 100 kilograms. It was used in medieval Europe for measuring bulk commodities like grain, and the weight of the quintal varied by region and commodity. Over time, the quintal became standardized to 100 kilograms in most countries that adopted the metric system in the 19th and 20th centuries. It continues to be used in international trade and agriculture, especially in countries like India, Brazil, and some European countries.
Convert Metric Ton to other weight-converter units
1 Metric Ton = 1000 Kilogram
1 Metric Ton = 1000000 Gram
1 Metric Ton = 1000000000 Milligram
1 Metric Ton = 1 Metric Ton
1 Metric Ton = 0.9842073304 Long Ton
1 Metric Ton = 1.1023122101 Short Ton
1 Metric Ton = 2204.6244202 Pound
1 Metric Ton = 35273.990723 Ounce
1 Metric Ton = 5000000 Carat
1 Metric Ton = 176.36980975 Stone (US)
1 Metric Ton = 157.47304442 Stone (UK)
1 Metric Ton = 15432358.353 Grain
1 Metric Ton = 68.521765857 Slug
1 Metric Ton = 10 Quintal
1 Metric Ton = 88.184904874 Quarter (US)
1 Metric Ton = 78.736522209 Quarter (UK)
1 Metric Ton = 22.046226218 Hundredweight (US)
1 Metric Ton = 19.684130552 Hundredweight (UK)
1 Metric Ton = 34285.710367 Ton (assay) (US)
1 Metric Ton = 30612.244898 Ton (assay) (UK)
1 Metric Ton = 1 Tonne
1 Metric Ton = 0.001 Kiloton
1 Metric Ton = 6.022173643e+29 Dalton
1 Metric Ton = 101.9716213 Kilogram-force square second per meter
1 Metric Ton = 2.2046226218 Kilopound