Convert hundredweight (us) to kilogram
Enter the value to convert from hundredweight (us) to kilogram.
Result:
1 hundredweight (us) (cwt) = 45.359237 kilograms (kg)
OR
45 kilograms 359.2 grams
OR
45 kilograms 359.2 grams
How to Convert Hundredweight (US) to Kilogram
Converting hundredweight (us) to kilogram is straightforward using our conversion calculator.
Conversion Formula
kg = cwt × 45.359237Reverse conversion: Convert kilogram to hundredweight (us)
About Kilogram
Definition: The kilogram (symbol: kg) is the SI base unit of mass, defined by fixing the Planck constant to exactly 6.62607015 × 10⁻³⁴ J⋅s.
History: Originally defined in 1795 as the mass of one liter of water. Redefined in 2019 using fundamental physical constants.
Current Use: Universal standard for mass measurement in science, commerce, and daily life worldwide except in the United States.
Examples: Human weight: 50-100 kg, bag of flour: 1-5 kg, car weight: 1000-2000 kg, laptop: 1-3 kg