💨 Speed Converter
Convert between m/s, km/h, mph, knots, and ft/s.
How to Use
- Enter the speed value in the "Value" field.
- Select the unit you are converting from.
- Select the unit you want to convert to.
- Click "Convert". The result appears below.
- Use the "⇅" button to swap units quickly.
About Speed Units
Speed, or velocity, measures the rate of change of position. Different units are used depending on the context, such as driving, aviation, or scientific measurement.
- Meter per second (m/s): The SI base unit for speed. Commonly used in physics and scientific contexts.
- Kilometer per hour (km/h): Widely used globally for road speeds and speed limits.
- Mile per hour (mph): Primarily used for road speeds in the United States, the UK, and some other countries.
- Foot per second (ft/s): Sometimes used in engineering or specific contexts in imperial system countries.
- Knot (kn): A unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour (approximately 1.852 km/h or 1.151 mph). Primarily used in maritime and aviation contexts.
Common Conversion Factors (Approximate)
| Unit | Equivalent in Meters per Second (m/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kilometer per hour (km/h) | 0.27778 m/s |
| 1 Mile per hour (mph) | 0.44704 m/s |
| 1 Foot per second (ft/s) | 0.3048 m/s |
| 1 Knot (kn) | 0.51444 m/s |