Uruguayan units of measurement

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A number of units of measurement were used in Uruguay to measure quantities. Metric system was optional in Uruguay since 1866, and has been compulsory since 1894.[1][2]

System before metric system

Older system was Spain(Castillian) system with some modification.[1][3]

Mass

One libra was equal to 1.014 286 lb.[3]

Capacity

One fanega was equal to 274 l(7.776 bushels).[3]

References

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