Formula to Convert Long Ton to Metric Ton
Metric Tons = Long Tons × 1.016047
Example
Convert 5 long tons to metric tons:
5 × 1.016047 = 5.080235 metric tons
Conversion Table
| Long Tons | Metric Tons (t) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.508023 |
| 1 | 1.016047 |
| 2 | 2.032094 |
| 3 | 3.048141 |
| 5 | 5.080235 |
| 10 | 10.160469 |
About the Units
The long ton (also called the imperial ton) is equal to 2,240 pounds (approx. 1,016 kg) and is used primarily in the United Kingdom. The metric ton (or tonne) is equal to 1,000 kilograms (approx. 2,204.6 pounds). A long ton is slightly heavier than a metric ton by about 1.6%.