Metric Ton to Long Ton (UK) Converter
Convert Metric Ton (t) to Long Ton (UK) (long ton) instantly. 1 t = 0.984207 long ton.
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1 t = 0.984207 long ton
Formula:
long ton = t × 0.9842065276With your value: 1 t = 0.98420653 long ton
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Everyday references on a logarithmic scale, all expressed in metric ton so you can sanity-check the result.
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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 |
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 |
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.
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
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
How to Convert Metric Ton to Long Ton (UK)
To convert from Metric Ton (t) to Long Ton (UK) (long ton), multiply the value by 0.9842065276.
Formula: long ton = t × 0.9842065276
Reverse: t = long ton × 1.0160469088
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with your value in Metric Ton. For example: 5 t
- Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 x 0.9842065276
- The result is: 4.921033 long ton
About Metric Ton
The metric ton (tonne) equals 1,000 kilograms and is used worldwide for measuring heavy loads.
Common uses: shipping, mining, agriculture.
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).
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Long Ton (UK) are in 1 Metric Ton?
There are exactly 0.9842065276 Long Ton (UK) in 1 Metric Ton. This means the conversion factor from Metric Ton to Long Ton (UK) is 0.9842065276.
What is the formula to convert Metric Ton to Long Ton (UK)?
The formula to convert Metric Ton to Long Ton (UK) is: long ton = t × 0.9842065276. For example, to convert 10 Metric Ton to Long Ton (UK), you would multiply 10 by 0.9842065276.
What is a Metric Ton?
The metric ton (tonne) equals 1,000 kilograms and is used worldwide for measuring heavy loads.
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 are the common uses of Metric Ton?
The Metric Ton is commonly used in shipping, mining, agriculture.
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UnitConvertLab. (2026). Metric Ton to Long Ton (UK) converter. UnitConvertLab. Retrieved from https://unitconvertlab.com/convert/metric_ton-to-long_ton