Convert Quarters to Pounds
Convert Quarters (qr) to Pounds (lb) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
lb = qr × 28
About Quarters
A quarter (qr) in the avoirdupois system equals 28 pounds or one quarter of a hundredweight - approximately 12.70 kg. Historically, quarters were used in British trade for measuring grain, wool, and other bulk commodities. The British quarter of grain (28 lb) was the standard purchase quantity at markets and mills throughout medieval and early modern England. In the US, the term 'quarter' sometimes refers to a quarter of a short hundredweight (25 lb) rather than the British 28 lb.
About Pounds
The avoirdupois pound (lb) is the primary unit of weight in the United States and United Kingdom for everyday use, equal to 16 ounces or exactly 453.59237 grams. It dominates American life: body weight, grocery produce, deli counter cuts, freight shipping costs, gym weights, and building material quantities are all measured in pounds and ounces. American recipes use pounds for meat and large quantities. The pound derives from the Roman 'libra pondo' (a pound by weight) - hence both the symbol 'lb' (from libra) and the British currency symbol '£'.
Quick Reference Table
| Quarters (qr) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 qr | 28 lb |
| 2 qr | 56 lb |
| 5 qr | 140 lb |
| 10 qr | 280 lb |
| 25 qr | 700 lb |
| 50 qr | 1400 lb |
| 100 qr | 2800 lb |