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Convert Poundal to Tola

Convert poundals to tolas instantly. 1 poundal = 1.2077294716 tola — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Tola to Poundal converter for the reverse conversion.

Written by Sunith Babu L, Ph.D., Lead Engineer Reviewed by Dr. Ashok Kumar K, Ph.D.
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Units explained

Force / Engineering

Poundal

What is a poundal?

The poundal (pdl) is the FPS absolute unit of force; its mass-equivalent on this scale is about 0.0141 kg.

Origin of the poundal

Defined in the foot-pound-second absolute system in the late 19th century.

Where it is used

Early 20th-century physics and engineering.

When and where it was developed

Introduced in the absolute FPS system as an alternative to gravitational units.

Indian / South Asian

Tola

What is a tola?

The tola equals 180 troy grains, about 11.6638 grams (three-eighths of a troy ounce).

Origin of the tola

From Sanskrit 'tula', meaning a balance or weighing.

Where it is used

The primary unit for gold and silver across India, Pakistan, and Nepal.

When and where it was developed

Fixed at 180 grains under British India in 1833.

Poundal to Tola conversion formula

Note: this conversion uses a generally accepted modern value. Historical and regional definitions of this unit varied across times and places.

The relationship between poundals and tolas:

1 pdl = 1.2077294716 tola
1 tola = 0.827999998 pdl

To convert poundals to tolas, multiply the value in poundals by 1.2077294716. To reverse, multiply tolas by 0.827999998.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in tolas updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Tola to Poundal converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert poundals to tolas

  1. Write down the value in poundals (pdl).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 1.2077294716.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in tolas (tola).
  4. To reverse, multiply the tola value by 0.827999998.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 pdl to tola:
1 × 1.2077294716 = 1.2077294716 tola

Example 2 — Convert 100 pdl to tola:
100 × 1.2077294716 = 120.7729471581 tola

Real-world example — Hardware-scale dimensions

A 10-poundal fastener or component is about as long as a thumbnail. Mechanics and DIY enthusiasts convert between poundals and tolas daily when mixing metric and imperial tools.

10 pdl × 1.2077294716 = 12.0772947158 tola

Real-world example — Postcard and small-object dimensions

A postcard is about 5 poundals wide. Converting to tolas is essential for international postal addressing forms that ask for dimensions in different units across countries.

5 pdl × 1.2077294716 = 6.0386473579 tola

Real-world example — Ruler-scale measurements

A 30-poundal school ruler converts cleanly to tolas — useful when buying a desk accessory from a retailer whose product specs use a different unit.

30 pdl × 1.2077294716 = 36.2318841474 tola

Poundal to Tola conversion table

Standard reference values for converting poundals to tolas:

Poundal [pdl]Tola [tola]
0.010.0120772947
0.10.1207729472
11.2077294716
22.4154589432
33.6231884147
44.8309178863
56.0386473579
1012.0772947158
2024.1545894316
3036.2318841474
4048.3091788632
5060.3864735791
100120.7729471581
500603.8647357906
10001207.7294715811

Frequently asked questions

How many tolas is 1 poundal?
1 poundal equals 1.2077294716 tola.
How do I convert poundals to tolas?
Multiply the value in poundals by 1.2077294716 to get tolas.
How do I convert tolas back to poundals?
Multiply the value in tolas by 0.827999998, or use the Tola to Poundal converter.
How many tolas is 100 poundals?
100 poundals equals 120.7729471581 tolas, because 100 × 1.2077294716 = 120.7729471581.

Convert Poundal to other weight units

Show all Poundal conversions
Metric / SI (18 units)
Poundal to Attogram (ag) Poundal to Femtogram (fg) Poundal to Picogram (pg) Poundal to Nanogram (ng) Poundal to Microgram (µg) Poundal to Milligram (mg) Poundal to Centigram (cg) Poundal to Decigram (dg) Poundal to Gram (g) Poundal to Dekagram (dag) Poundal to Hectogram (hg) Poundal to Kilogram (kg) Poundal to Quintal (metric) (q) Poundal to Metric Ton (t) Poundal to Gigagram (Gg) Poundal to Teragram (Tg) Poundal to Petagram (Pg) Poundal to Exagram (Eg)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Poundal to Grain (gr) Poundal to Dram (avoirdupois) (dr) Poundal to Ounce (oz) Poundal to Pound (lb) Poundal to Clove (clove) Poundal to Stone (US) (st) Poundal to Stone (UK) (st) Poundal to Quarter (US) (qr) Poundal to Quarter (UK) (qr) Poundal to Hundredweight (US) (cwt) Poundal to Hundredweight (UK) (cwt) Poundal to Wey (wey) Poundal to Kilopound (kip) (kip) Poundal to Ton (short, US) (sh tn) Poundal to Ton (long, UK) (long tn)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Poundal to Point (1/100 carat) (pt) Poundal to Carat (metric) (ct) Poundal to Scruple (apothecary) (s ap) Poundal to Pennyweight (dwt) Poundal to Momme (mom) Poundal to Mace (mace) Poundal to Dram (apothecary/troy) (dr ap) Poundal to Troy Ounce (oz t) Poundal to Tael (tael) Poundal to Pound (troy/apothecary) (lb t)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Poundal to Ratti (ratti) Poundal to Masha (masha) Poundal to Tola (tola) Poundal to Chittack (Chatank) (chittack) Poundal to Seer (Ser) (seer) Poundal to Maund (Mann) (maund)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Poundal to Electron Mass (rest) (me) Poundal to MeV/c2 (MeV/c²) Poundal to Muon Mass (mµ) Poundal to Atomic Mass Unit (u) Poundal to Proton Mass (mp) Poundal to Neutron Mass (mn) Poundal to Deuteron Mass (md) Poundal to Carbon-12 Atom Mass (C-12) Poundal to Planck Mass (mP)
Astronomical (4 units)
Poundal to Lunar Mass (Moon) (M☾) Poundal to Earth's Mass (M⊕) Poundal to Jupiter Mass (MJ) Poundal to Sun's Mass (M☉)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Poundal to Lepton (Biblical Roman) (lepton) Poundal to Quadrans (Biblical Roman) (quadrans) Poundal to Assarion (Biblical Roman) (assarion) Poundal to Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) (gerah) Poundal to Drachma (Biblical Greek) (drachma) Poundal to Denarius (Biblical Roman) (denarius) Poundal to Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) (bekah) Poundal to Didrachma (Biblical Greek) (didrachma) Poundal to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) (shekel) Poundal to Tetradrachma (Biblical Greek) (tetra) Poundal to Mina (Biblical Greek) (mina) Poundal to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) (mina) Poundal to Talent (Biblical Greek) (talent) Poundal to Talent (Biblical Hebrew) (talent)
Force / Engineering (4 units)
Poundal to Ton (assay) (US) (AT) Poundal to Ton (assay) (UK) (AT) Poundal to Kilogram-force square second/meter (hyl) Poundal to Slug (slug)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 pdl = 1.2077294716 tola) verified against the following authoritative sources:

Results are provided for general reference. Verify critical measurements against an authoritative standard.