Kilolitre [kl] to Litre [l] Converter

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How to Convert Kilolitre to LitreLitre

1 kl = 1000 l
1 l = 0.001 kl

Example: convert 30 kl to l:
30 kl = 30 x 1000 = 30000 l

Kilolitre

Definition: A kilolitre (symbol: kL) is a unit of volume equal to 1000 litres. It is a multiple of the litre, the standard unit of volume in the metric system.

History/origin: The kilolitre is based on the litre, which was introduced in France in 1795 as part of the metric system. The prefix 'kilo-' denotes one thousand, indicating its scale relative to the litre.

Current use: Kilolitres are used to measure large volumes of liquids, such as water in reservoirs, industrial storage tanks, and swimming pools. They are also used for bulk transportation of liquids.

Litre

Definition: A litre (symbol: L or l) is a metric unit of volume. It is defined as the volume of one cubic decimetre (dm³), which is 10 cm × 10 cm × 10 cm.

History/origin: The litre was introduced in France in 1795 as one of the new 'republican units of measure' and defined as one cubic decimetre. It has undergone slight revisions in its definition over time.

Current use: The litre is a widely used unit for measuring liquid volume, found in various everyday applications, from beverages and fuels to household products. It is also used extensively in scientific and industrial contexts.

Kilolitre to Litre Conversion Table

Kilolitre [kl]Litre [l]
0.01 kl10 l
0.1 kl100 l
1 kl1000 l
10 kl10000 l
50 kl50000 l
100 kl100000 l
1000 kl1000000 l
10000 kl10000000 l

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