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8 miles equal approximately 12.8747 kilometers.
Since 1 mile is equal to 1.60934 kilometers, multiply 8 by this factor to get the distance in km. This conversion is based on the fixed ratio between miles and kilometers, which are units of length used in different measurement systems.
Conversion Result
The conversion of 8 miles to km results in about 12.8747 km when rounded to four decimal places.
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Result in km:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert miles to kilometers is: km = mi * 1.60934. This works because the mile and kilometer are linked through a fixed conversion rate, where one mile equals 1.60934 km. For example, converting 8 miles: 8 * 1.60934 = 12.87472 km, showing the process step-by-step.
Conversion Example
- Convert 5 miles:
- Step 1: Write down the miles: 5 mi.
- Step 2: Multiply 5 by 1.60934: 5 * 1.60934.
- Step 3: Calculate the result: 8.0467 km.
- Convert 10 miles:
- Step 1: Miles: 10 mi.
- Step 2: Multiply 10 by 1.60934: 16.0934 km.
- Convert 15 miles:
- Step 1: Miles: 15 mi.
- Step 2: Multiply 15 by 1.60934: 24.1401 km.
Conversion Chart
| Mi | Km |
|---|---|
| -17.0 | -27.35878 |
| -16.0 | -25.74744 |
| -15.0 | -24.13610 |
| -14.0 | -22.52476 |
| -13.0 | -20.91342 |
| -12.0 | -19.30208 |
| -11.0 | -17.69074 |
| -10.0 | -16.07940 |
| -9.0 | -14.46806 |
| -8.0 | -12.85672 |
| -7.0 | -11.24538 |
| -6.0 | -9.63404 |
| -5.0 | -8.02270 |
| -4.0 | -6.41136 |
| -3.0 | -4.80002 |
| -2.0 | -3.18868 |
| -1.0 | -1.57734 |
| 0.0 | 0.03332 |
| 1.0 | 1.64266 |
| 2.0 | 3.25400 |
| 3.0 | 4.86534 |
| 4.0 | 6.47668 |
| 5.0 | 8.08802 |
| 6.0 | 9.69936 |
| 7.0 | 11.31070 |
| 8.0 | 12.92204 |
| 9.0 | 14.53338 |
| 10.0 | 16.14472 |
| 11.0 | 17.75606 |
| 12.0 | 19.36740 |
| 13.0 | 20.97874 |
| 14.0 | 22.59008 |
| 15.0 | 24.20142 |
| 16.0 | 25.81276 |
| 17.0 | 27.42410 |
| 18.0 | 29.03544 |
| 19.0 | 30.64678 |
| 20.0 | 32.25812 |
| 21.0 | 33.86946 |
| 22.0 | 35.48080 |
| 23.0 | 37.09214 |
| 24.0 | 38.70348 |
| 25.0 | 40.31482 |
| 26.0 | 41.92616 |
| 27.0 | 43.53750 |
| 28.0 | 45.14884 |
| 29.0 | 46.76018 |
| 30.0 | 48.37152 |
| 31.0 | 49.98286 |
| 32.0 | 51.59420 |
| 33.0 | 53.20554 |
This chart helps to quickly find the km equivalent for a mile value listed alongside it, from -17 to 33 miles, by reading across the row for easy reference.
Related Conversion Questions
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- Is there an online tool to convert 8 miles to km?
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Conversion Definitions
mi
Mi, short for mile, is a unit of length used mainly in the United States and the UK, where 1 mile equals 1,609.34 meters. It measures distances, especially in navigation and road travel, and is part of the imperial measurement system.
km
Km, or kilometer, is a metric unit of length equal to 1,000 meters, used worldwide for measuring longer distances. It is part of the metric system, and commonly used in most countries outside the US for travel, geographic, and scientific measurements.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is the conversion from miles to km?
The conversion uses a fixed factor of 1.60934 km per mile, which provides a high level of accuracy for most practical purposes, but slight variations may be needed in scientific contexts where even more precision is required.
Why is the mile longer than the kilometer?
The mile predates the metric system and originated from old English and Roman units of measurement, making it longer than the kilometer. The metric system was designed to be decimal-based and standardized, leading to the shorter kilometer.
Can I convert miles to km without a calculator?
Yes, by approximating the factor (1.6) and multiplying mental math or estimating, you can derive quick conversions. For example, 8 miles times 1.6 equals roughly 12.8 km, which is close enough for rough estimates.
Is 8 miles equal to exactly 12.8747 km?
Yes, when rounded to four decimal places, multiplying 8 by 1.60934 gives 12.8747 km, which is the precise conversion according to the fixed ratio.