Inches to Kilometers
inches to kilometers Conversion Table
| inches (in) | kilometers (km) | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.01 in | → | 0.000000254 km |
| 0.1 in | → | 0.00000254 km |
| 1.0 in | → | 0.0000254 km |
| 2.0 in | → | 0.0000508 km |
| 3.0 in | → | 0.0000762 km |
| 5.0 in | → | 0.0001269999 km |
| 10.0 in | → | 0.0002539999 km |
| 20.0 in | → | 0.0005079997 km |
| 30.0 in | → | 0.0007619996 km |
| 50.0 in | → | 0.0012699993 km |
| 100.0 in | → | 0.0025399986 km |
| 1000.0 in | → | 0.0253999863 km |
Example Conversion
To convert from inches to kilometers, multiply by 0.0000254.
For example: 22 inches = 22 × 0.0000254 = 0.0005587997 kilometers
Unit History
About inches
The inch, once based on the width of a human thumb, is now precisely 2.54 centimeters. Alongside feet, it remains common in the US, Canada, and the UK for many small-scale measurements, such as monitor screens, tool sizes, and parts in home-improvement stores. Its standardized conversion makes it simpler to toggle between customary and metric systems.
About kilometers
The kilometer was established following the definition of the meter, representing exactly 1,000 meters. It quickly became a standard for measuring longer distances, such as those between cities or geographic landmarks. Most countries that use the metric system rely on kilometers to indicate road and travel distances.