This calculator efficiently converts between long tons and metric tons, two crucial units of mass used in various industrial and commercial sectors.
Long Tons to Metric Tons Calculator
Convert long tons to metric tons and vice versa.
How to Use the Calculator
- For Long Tons to Metric Tons: Enter the mass in long tons in the ‘Long Tons’ field. The equivalent mass in metric tons will be automatically displayed.
- For Metric Tons to Long Tons: Input the mass in metric tons in the ‘Metric Tons’ field. The calculator will instantly provide the corresponding mass in long tons.
Both fields are editable, facilitating reverse calculations and quick adjustments.
Conversion Formula
The conversion is based on the following simple formula:
1 long ton equals 1.01605 metric tons.
This formula ensures accurate conversions between these two important units of mass.
Common Conversion Values
| Long Tons | Metric Tons |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.508025 |
| 1 | 1.01605 |
| 2 | 2.0321 |
| 5 | 5.08025 |
| 10 | 10.1605 |
| 20 | 20.321 |
| 50 | 50.8025 |
| 100 | 101.605 |
Long Tons vs Metric Tons
Long tons, traditionally used in the UK and other Commonwealth countries, are a unit of weight historically based on the weight of 20 hundredweight (cwt). On the other hand, the metric ton, or tonne, is part of the metric system and widely used internationally. It’s equivalent to 1,000 kilograms. This calculator not only simplifies conversions between these two units but also connects us to different systems of measurement, showcasing the evolution of weight standards across the world.
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