Convert 42.0 Meters to Kilometers
Need to convert 42.0 Meters to Kilometers? Use our length converter to instantly get the answer.
42.0 Meters is equal to 0.042 Kilometers.
How to Convert 42.0 Meters to Kilometers
To convert, start with the base conversion factor:
1 Meter = 0.001 Kilometers
Now, we can multiply both sides by 42 to find the result for your value:
(1 × 42.0) m = (0.001 × 42.0) km
42 m = 0.042 km
42 m = 0.042 km
Conversion Factors
1 Meter = 0.001 Kilometers
1 Kilometer = 1,000 Meters
Formula:
Kilometers = Meters × 0.001
Calculation:
42 m × 0.001 = 0.042 km
About the Meter
The meter is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). Originally based on the Earth's circumference, it is now defined by the speed of light. For a more detailed history, read more on Wikipedia.