Long Ton to Metric Tons Converter

Long TonT

Metric Tons

Calculation: Long Ton ➜ Metric Tons

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What is the formula to convert from Long Ton to Metric Tons?

The formula to convert weight value from the unit of Long Ton to the unit of Metric Tons is:

Weight_{(Metric Tons)} = Weight_{(Long Ton)} × 1.0160469088

Long Ton unit in Weight

The long ton, also known as the imperial ton, is a unit of mass used primarily in the UK. It is equivalent to 2,240 pounds, or approximately 1,016 kilograms. The long ton is typically used in shipping, industry, and other contexts where large quantities of goods are measured. It is distinct from the short ton, which is used in the United States, and the metric ton, which is used internationally.

Metric Tons unit in Weight

The ton is a unit of mass used to measure large quantities, commonly in industry, shipping, and construction. There are different types of tons, including the metric ton (1,000 kilograms), the short ton (2,000 pounds), and the long ton (2,240 pounds). Each version of the ton is used in specific contexts depending on regional measurement systems, making it a crucial unit for large-scale mass measurement globally.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about "Long Ton ➜ Metric Tons" Conversion

1. What is the conversion formula from Long Ton to Metric Tons?

The formula to convert Long Ton to Metric Tons in Weight is:

Long Ton * 1.0160469088

2. How do I convert from Long Ton to Metric Tons given a value in Long Ton units?

To convert Weight from Long Ton to Metric Tons, you can use the following formula:

Long Ton * 1.0160469088

For example, if you have a value in Long Ton, you substitute that value in place of Long Ton in the above formula, and solve the mathematical expression to get the equivalent value in Metric Tons.

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