Convert ton (long) to ton (short)
Please provide values below to convert ton (long) [ton (UK)] to ton (short) [ton (US)], or Convert ton (short) to ton (long).
1 ton (UK) = 1.12 ton (US). To convert ton (long) to ton (short), multiply the value by 1.12; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ton (US) = 0.892857142857 ton (UK)). Both units measure weight and mass and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 ton (UK) = 1.12 ton (US)
- 1 ton (US) = 0.892857142857 ton (UK)
- 10 ton (UK) = 11.2 ton (US)
- 100 ton (UK) = 112 ton (US)
How to Convert Ton (Long) to Ton (Short)
1 ton (UK) = 1.12 ton (US)
Example: convert 15 ton (UK) to ton (US):
15 ton (UK) = 15 × 1.12 ton (US) = 16.8 ton (US)
Ton (Long) to Ton (Short) Conversion Table
| ton (long) | ton (short) |
|---|---|
| 1 ton (UK) | 1.12 ton (US) |
| 2 ton (UK) | 2.24 ton (US) |
| 3 ton (UK) | 3.36 ton (US) |
| 5 ton (UK) | 5.6 ton (US) |
| 10 ton (UK) | 11.2 ton (US) |
| 20 ton (UK) | 22.4 ton (US) |
| 50 ton (UK) | 56 ton (US) |
| 100 ton (UK) | 112 ton (US) |
| 500 ton (UK) | 560 ton (US) |
| 1000 ton (UK) | 1120 ton (US) |
Ton (Long)
A long ton, also known as the imperial ton or UK ton, is a unit of weight equal to 2,240 pounds or 1,016.0469 kilograms.
History/Origin
The long ton originated in the United Kingdom as a standard measurement for large quantities of goods and materials, particularly in shipping and trade, during the 19th century. It was used alongside other imperial units before the adoption of the metric system.
Current Use
Today, the long ton is primarily used in the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries for measuring large quantities of freight, cargo, and in certain industrial contexts. It is less common internationally, having been largely replaced by the metric ton (tonne).
Ton (Short)
A short ton (US) is a unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.1847 kilograms.
History/Origin
The short ton was developed in the United States as a standardized unit of weight for commercial and industrial use, replacing the older long ton used in Britain. It became widely adopted in the 19th and 20th centuries for measuring large quantities of goods.
Current Use
The short ton (US) is primarily used in the United States for measuring freight, commodities, and industrial materials. It is also used in some contexts for shipping and trade, especially in industries like mining, construction, and manufacturing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 ton (long) in ton (short)?
1 ton (long) (ton (UK)) = 1.12 ton (short) (ton (US)).
How do you convert ton (long) to ton (short)?
Multiply the ton (long) value by 1.12. For example, 25 ton (UK) × 1.12 = 28 ton (US).
What is 10 ton (long) in ton (short)?
10 ton (UK) = 11.2 ton (US).
Which unit is larger, the ton (long) or the ton (short)?
The ton (long) is the larger unit: 1 ton (UK) = 1.12 ton (US).