Long Ton (UK) to Metric Ton Converter
Convert Long Ton (UK) (long ton) to Metric Ton (t) instantly. 1 long ton = 1.016047 t.
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1 long ton = 1.016047 t
Formula:
t = long ton × 1.0160469088With your value: 1 long ton = 1.01604691 t
How big is that?
Everyday references on a logarithmic scale, all expressed in long ton (uk) so you can sanity-check the result.
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Long Ton (UK) to Metric Ton Conversion Table
| Long Ton (UK) (long ton) | Metric Ton (t) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.508023 |
| 1 | 1.016047 |
| 2 | 2.032094 |
| 5 | 5.080235 |
| 10 | 10.160469 |
| 15 | 15.240704 |
| 20 | 20.320938 |
| 25 | 25.401173 |
| 50 | 50.802345 |
| 100 | 101.604691 |
| 250 | 254.011727 |
| 500 | 508.023454 |
| 1000 | 1,016.046909 |
Metric Ton to Long Ton (UK) Conversion Table
| Metric Ton (t) | Long Ton (UK) (long ton) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.492103 |
| 1 | 0.984207 |
| 2 | 1.968413 |
| 5 | 4.921033 |
| 10 | 9.842065 |
| 15 | 14.763098 |
| 20 | 19.684131 |
| 25 | 24.605163 |
| 50 | 49.210326 |
| 100 | 98.420653 |
| 250 | 246.051632 |
| 500 | 492.103264 |
| 1000 | 984.206528 |
Where these values come from
Every factor on this page is traced to the document that defines it. See the full provenance dataset or our methodology.
Long Ton (UK) (long ton)
Mass
Traceable to the kilogram, defined by fixing the Planck constant at 6.626 070 15 × 10⁻³⁴ J·s. Avoirdupois masses derive from the 1959 international pound (0.453 592 37 kg exactly).
Source: BIPM, The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition, 2019 (updated 2024)
Bureau International des Poids et Mesures · Reviewed 2026-07-01
Metric Ton (t)
Mass
Traceable to the kilogram, defined by fixing the Planck constant at 6.626 070 15 × 10⁻³⁴ J·s. Avoirdupois masses derive from the 1959 international pound (0.453 592 37 kg exactly).
Source: BIPM, The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition, 2019 (updated 2024)
Bureau International des Poids et Mesures · Reviewed 2026-07-01
How to Convert Long Ton (UK) to Metric Ton
To convert from Long Ton (UK) (long ton) to Metric Ton (t), multiply the value by 1.0160469088.
Formula: t = long ton × 1.0160469088
Reverse: long ton = t × 0.9842065276
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with your value in Long Ton (UK). For example: 5 long ton
- Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 x 1.0160469088
- The result is: 5.080235 t
About Long Ton (UK)
The long ton (imperial ton) equals 2,240 pounds or 1,016.0469088 kg, and remains in use for shipping displacement.
Common uses: shipping, UK industry (historic).
About Metric Ton
The metric ton (tonne) equals 1,000 kilograms and is used worldwide for measuring heavy loads.
Common uses: shipping, mining, agriculture.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Metric Ton are in 1 Long Ton (UK)?
There are exactly 1.0160469088 Metric Ton in 1 Long Ton (UK). This means the conversion factor from Long Ton (UK) to Metric Ton is 1.0160469088.
What is the formula to convert Long Ton (UK) to Metric Ton?
The formula to convert Long Ton (UK) to Metric Ton is: t = long ton × 1.0160469088. For example, to convert 10 Long Ton (UK) to Metric Ton, you would multiply 10 by 1.0160469088.
What is a Long Ton (UK)?
The long ton (imperial ton) equals 2,240 pounds or 1,016.0469088 kg, and remains in use for shipping displacement.
What is a Metric Ton?
The metric ton (tonne) equals 1,000 kilograms and is used worldwide for measuring heavy loads.
What are the common uses of Long Ton (UK)?
The Long Ton (UK) is commonly used in shipping, UK industry (historic).
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UnitConvertLab. (2026). Long Ton (UK) to Metric Ton converter. UnitConvertLab. Retrieved from https://unitconvertlab.com/convert/long_ton-to-metric_ton