Converting from Kilometer (km) to [Hist.] Nautical league (lea)

What is Kilometer (km)

Kilometer (km) is a unit of length in the metric system, equivalent to 1000 meters. It is commonly used to measure distances, whether on road signs or in scientific calculations.

What is [Hist.] Nautical league (lea)

[Hist.] Nautical league (lea) is an old unit of length used mainly in maritime navigation. It is equivalent to 3 nautical miles or approximately 5.556 kilometers. While not commonly used today, it is still relevant in historical contexts.

Conversion Formulas

To convert Kilometers (km) to [Hist.] Nautical leagues (lea):

• [Hist.] Nautical league (lea) = Kilometer (km) x 0.1799856 To convert [Hist.] Nautical leagues (lea) to Kilometers (km):
• Kilometer (km) = [Hist.] Nautical league (lea) x 5.556

Examples

• 6 km = 1.079914 lea
• 6 lea = 33.336 km
• 3 km = 0.5399568 lea
• 3 lea = 16.668 km
• 17 km = 3.059755 lea
• 17 lea = 94.452 km

Performing conversions between Kilometers (km) and [Hist.] Nautical leagues (lea) can be useful in historical research or understanding old maritime navigational practices. Feel free to use the provided conversion formulas to conduct your own conversions.