Online calculator to convert inches to meters (in to m) with formulas, examples, and tables. Our conversions provide a quick and easy way to convert between Length or Distance units.
Conversion Calculator
Enter your value in the conversion calculator below.
Convert inches to meters
TIP: If the result of your conversion is 0, try increasing the "Decimals".
Conversion Definitions
The following is a list of definitions relating to conversions between inches and meters.
What is an inch (in)?
An inch is a unit of Length or Distance in both US Customary Units as well as the Imperial System. The symbol for inch is in or ". There are 39.37007874 inches in a meter.
What is a meter (m)?
A meter is a unit of Length or Distance in the Metric System. The symbol for meter is m. There are 0.0254 meters in an inch. The International spelling for this unit is metre.
Conversion Formula
Let's take a closer look at the conversion formula so that you can do these conversions yourself with a calculator or with an old-fashioned pencil and paper.
The formula to convert from inches to meters is:
meters = in x 0.0254
Conversion Example
Next, let's look at an example showing the work and calculations that are involved in converting from inches to meters (in to m).
Inches to Meter Conversion Example
Task: Convert 48 inches to meters (show work) Formula: in x 0.0254 = m Calculations: 48 in x 0.0254 = 1.2192 m Result: 48 inches is equal to 1.2192 m
Conversion Table
For quick reference purposes, below is a conversion table that you can use to convert from inches to m.
Inches to Meters Conversion Chart
inches (in) | meters (m) |
---|---|
1 inches | 0.0254 meters |
2 inches | 0.0508 meters |
3 inches | 0.0762 meters |
4 inches | 0.1016 meters |
5 inches | 0.127 meters |
6 inches | 0.1524 meters |
7 inches | 0.1778 meters |
8 inches | 0.2032 meters |
9 inches | 0.2286 meters |
10 inches | 0.254 meters |
20 inches | 0.508 meters |
30 inches | 0.762 meters |
40 inches | 1.016 meters |
50 inches | 1.27 meters |
75 inches | 1.905 meters |
100 inches | 2.54 meters |
250 inches | 6.35 meters |
500 inches | 12.7 meters |
750 inches | 19.05 meters |
1,000 inches | 25.4 meters |
2,500 inches | 63.5 meters |
5,000 inches | 127 meters |
7,500 inches | 190.5 meters |
10,000 inches | 254 meters |
25,000 inches | 635 meters |
50,000 inches | 1,270 meters |
75,000 inches | 1,905 meters |
100,000 inches | 2,540 meters |
250,000 inches | 6,350 meters |
Advertisements