Convert caliber to nautical mile (international)
Please provide values below to convert caliber [cl] to nautical mile (international) [NM], or Convert nautical mile (international) to caliber.
How to Convert Caliber to Nautical Mile (International)
1 cl = 1.37149028077754e-07 NM
Example: convert 15 cl to NM:
15 cl = 15 × 1.37149028077754e-07 NM = 2.05723542116631e-06 NM
Caliber to Nautical Mile (International) Conversion Table
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Caliber
Caliber is a unit of length used to describe the internal diameter of a firearm barrel, typically expressed in hundredths or thousandths of an inch.
History/Origin
The term "caliber" has been used for centuries to describe the size of cannons and firearms.
Current Use
Caliber is the standard unit for designating the bore of firearms in many countries, including the United States.
Nautical Mile (International)
The international nautical mile is a unit of length used in marine and air navigation, defined as exactly 1,852 meters.
History/Origin
Historically, a nautical mile was defined as one minute of arc of latitude. The international nautical mile was defined by the First International Extraordinary Hydrographic Conference in Monaco in 1929. The United States adopted it in 1954, and the United Kingdom in 1970.
Current Use
The nautical mile is used for maritime and aviation purposes worldwide.