Long Ton

long ton

The long ton, also called the imperial ton or gross ton, is the traditional ton used in the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries. It's 240 pounds heavier than the US short ton, reflecting different historical standards.

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1 long-ton = g

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Long Ton (Imperial Ton)

The long ton, also called the imperial ton or gross ton, is the traditional ton used in the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries. It’s 240 pounds heavier than the US short ton, reflecting different historical standards.

Characteristics

  • Imperial system unit (British Commonwealth)
  • 1 long ton = 2,240 pounds
  • 1 long ton = 1,016.047 kilograms
  • Also called: imperial ton, gross ton, weight ton
  • Common in: UK shipping, historical records

Conversions

  • 1 long ton = 2240 pounds
  • 1 long ton = 35,840 ounces
  • 1 long ton = 1016.047 kg
  • 1 long ton = 1.01605 metric tons
  • 1 long ton = 1.12 short tons
  • 1 long ton = 160 stones

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