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Convert Kilogram to Chittack (Chatank)

Convert kilograms to chittacks (chatank) instantly. 1 kilogram = 17.1470645426 chittack (chatank) — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Chittack (Chatank) to Kilogram converter for the reverse conversion.

Written by Sunith Babu L, Ph.D., Lead Engineer Reviewed by Dr. Ashok Kumar K, Ph.D.
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Units explained

Metric / SI

Kilogram

What is a kilogram?

The kilogram (kg) is the SI base unit of mass, defined by fixing the Planck constant h at 6.62607015E-34 J s.

Origin of the kilogram

From Greek 'khilioi' (thousand) plus 'gramma' (small weight).

Where it is used

The worldwide base unit of mass in science, commerce, and everyday life.

When and where it was developed

Adopted in 1795; redefined through the Planck constant on 20 May 2019.

Indian / South Asian

Chittack (Chatank)

What is a chittack (chatank)?

The chittack (chatank) equals one-sixteenth of a seer, about 58.3 grams.

Origin of the chittack (chatank)

A traditional South Asian unit in the seer-based system.

Where it is used

Historical grocery and provisions weighing in India and Bangladesh.

When and where it was developed

Part of the pre-metric South Asian weight system.

Kilogram to Chittack (Chatank) conversion formula

Note: this conversion uses a generally accepted modern value. Historical and regional definitions of this unit varied across times and places.

The relationship between kilograms and chittacks (chatank):

1 kg = 17.1470645426 chittack
1 chittack = 0.05831902 kg

To convert kilograms to chittacks (chatank), multiply the value in kilograms by 17.1470645426. To reverse, multiply chittacks (chatank) by 0.05831902.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in chittacks (chatank) updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Chittack (Chatank) to Kilogram converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert kilograms to chittacks (chatank)

  1. Write down the value in kilograms (kg).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 17.1470645426.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in chittacks (chatank) (chittack).
  4. To reverse, multiply the chittack (chatank) value by 0.05831902.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 kg to chittack:
1 × 17.1470645426 = 17.1470645426 chittack

Example 2 — Convert 100 kg to chittack:
100 × 17.1470645426 = 1714.706454258 chittack

Real-world example — Pet and accessory dimensions

A 3-kilogram dog leash equals a tidy round value in chittacks (chatank). Pet-supply shopping frequently mixes the two units across product specifications.

3 kg × 17.1470645426 = 51.4411936277 chittack

Real-world example — Fabric and tailoring

One kilogram of fabric converts to a value in chittacks (chatank) commonly used for seam allowances. Garment patterns frequently switch between the two units on a single instruction sheet.

1 kg × 17.1470645426 = 17.1470645426 chittack

Real-world example — Body height conversion (reverse direction)

You measure 1.75 kilograms tall and need to fill in a gym membership form or medical record that asks for height in chittacks (chatank). This is the most-used everyday length conversion in metric-using countries.

1.75 kg × 17.1470645426 = 30.0073629495 chittack

Kilogram to Chittack (Chatank) conversion table

Standard reference values for converting kilograms to chittacks (chatank):

Kilogram [kg]Chittack (Chatank) [chittack]
0.010.1714706454
0.11.7147064543
117.1470645426
234.2941290852
351.4411936277
468.5882581703
585.7353227129
10171.4706454258
20342.9412908516
30514.4119362774
40685.8825817032
50857.353227129
1001714.706454258
5008573.5322712899
100017147.0645425798

Frequently asked questions

How many chittacks (chatank) is 1 kilogram?
1 kilogram equals 17.1470645426 chittack (chatank).
How do I convert kilograms to chittacks (chatank)?
Multiply the value in kilograms by 17.1470645426 to get chittacks (chatank).
How do I convert chittacks (chatank) back to kilograms?
Multiply the value in chittacks (chatank) by 0.05831902, or use the Chittack (Chatank) to Kilogram converter.
How many chittacks (chatank) is 100 kilograms?
100 kilograms equals 1714.706454258 chittacks (chatank), because 100 × 17.1470645426 = 1714.706454258.

Convert Kilogram to other weight units

Show all Kilogram conversions
Metric / SI (17 units)
Kilogram to Attogram (ag) Kilogram to Femtogram (fg) Kilogram to Picogram (pg) Kilogram to Nanogram (ng) Kilogram to Microgram (µg) Kilogram to Milligram (mg) Kilogram to Centigram (cg) Kilogram to Decigram (dg) Kilogram to Gram (g) Kilogram to Dekagram (dag) Kilogram to Hectogram (hg) Kilogram to Quintal (metric) (q) Kilogram to Metric Ton (t) Kilogram to Gigagram (Gg) Kilogram to Teragram (Tg) Kilogram to Petagram (Pg) Kilogram to Exagram (Eg)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Kilogram to Grain (gr) Kilogram to Dram (avoirdupois) (dr) Kilogram to Ounce (oz) Kilogram to Pound (lb) Kilogram to Clove (clove) Kilogram to Stone (US) (st) Kilogram to Stone (UK) (st) Kilogram to Quarter (US) (qr) Kilogram to Quarter (UK) (qr) Kilogram to Hundredweight (US) (cwt) Kilogram to Hundredweight (UK) (cwt) Kilogram to Wey (wey) Kilogram to Kilopound (kip) (kip) Kilogram to Ton (short, US) (sh tn) Kilogram to Ton (long, UK) (long tn)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Kilogram to Point (1/100 carat) (pt) Kilogram to Carat (metric) (ct) Kilogram to Scruple (apothecary) (s ap) Kilogram to Pennyweight (dwt) Kilogram to Momme (mom) Kilogram to Mace (mace) Kilogram to Dram (apothecary/troy) (dr ap) Kilogram to Troy Ounce (oz t) Kilogram to Tael (tael) Kilogram to Pound (troy/apothecary) (lb t)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Kilogram to Ratti (ratti) Kilogram to Masha (masha) Kilogram to Tola (tola) Kilogram to Chittack (Chatank) (chittack) Kilogram to Seer (Ser) (seer) Kilogram to Maund (Mann) (maund)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Kilogram to Electron Mass (rest) (me) Kilogram to MeV/c2 (MeV/c²) Kilogram to Muon Mass (mµ) Kilogram to Atomic Mass Unit (u) Kilogram to Proton Mass (mp) Kilogram to Neutron Mass (mn) Kilogram to Deuteron Mass (md) Kilogram to Carbon-12 Atom Mass (C-12) Kilogram to Planck Mass (mP)
Astronomical (4 units)
Kilogram to Lunar Mass (Moon) (M☾) Kilogram to Earth's Mass (M⊕) Kilogram to Jupiter Mass (MJ) Kilogram to Sun's Mass (M☉)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Kilogram to Lepton (Biblical Roman) (lepton) Kilogram to Quadrans (Biblical Roman) (quadrans) Kilogram to Assarion (Biblical Roman) (assarion) Kilogram to Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) (gerah) Kilogram to Drachma (Biblical Greek) (drachma) Kilogram to Denarius (Biblical Roman) (denarius) Kilogram to Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) (bekah) Kilogram to Didrachma (Biblical Greek) (didrachma) Kilogram to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) (shekel) Kilogram to Tetradrachma (Biblical Greek) (tetra) Kilogram to Mina (Biblical Greek) (mina) Kilogram to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) (mina) Kilogram to Talent (Biblical Greek) (talent) Kilogram to Talent (Biblical Hebrew) (talent)
Force / Engineering (5 units)
Kilogram to Poundal (pdl) Kilogram to Ton (assay) (US) (AT) Kilogram to Ton (assay) (UK) (AT) Kilogram to Kilogram-force square second/meter (hyl) Kilogram to Slug (slug)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 kg = 17.1470645426 chittack) verified against the following authoritative sources:

Results are provided for general reference. Verify critical measurements against an authoritative standard.