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Convert Kilometer per Hour to Meter per Second

Instantly convert km/h to m/s with our free online speed converter. Get accurate results with the formula and examples below.

Formula: m/s = km/h × 0.277778
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10(km/h)Kilometer per Houris equal to
0(m/s)Meter per Second
1 km/h =0.277778 m/s
1 m/s =3.59999712 km/h
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How to Convert Kilometer per Hour to Meter per Second

Converting between Kilometer per Hour (km/h) and Meter per Second (m/s) is a common speed conversion used in science, engineering, and everyday calculations. Our free online converter makes this conversion quick and accurate.

Conversion Formula

m/s = km/h × 0.277778

How to Convert Step by Step

  1. Start with your value in Kilometer per Hour (km/h)
  2. Apply the conversion formula: m/s = km/h × 0.277778
  3. The result gives you the equivalent value in Meter per Second (m/s)

Example Conversion

Let's convert 1000 km/h to Meter per Second:

1000 km/h = 277.778 m/s

This means that 1000 Kilometer per Hour is equal to approximately 277.778 Meter per Second.

When to Use This Conversion

The conversion from km/h to m/s is frequently used in:

  • Scientific research and laboratory calculations
  • Engineering and technical applications
  • Academic studies and homework problems
  • Professional measurements and specifications
  • International communication requiring unit standardization

Note: Our converter provides results accurate to 10 decimal places. For most practical applications, you can round the result to 2-4 decimal places.

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