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Long Ton to Metric Ton Converter
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Long Ton to Metric Ton Formula
Conversion explanation: Multiply the value in Long Ton by 1.0160469088 to get the equivalent value in Metric Ton.
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What is Long Ton to Metric Ton Converter
A long ton to metric ton converter is a web tool used to convert weight from long tons (lt) to metric tons (t). The conversion is calculated based on the fact that 1 long ton is roughly equal to 1.01605 metric tons. For related calculations, you can also check our kilogram to gram conversion tool.
Definitions of Long Ton and Metric Ton
What is Long Ton?
A long ton is a unit of mass in the avoirdupois system equal to 2,240 pounds or 1,016 kilograms. It is historically used in the United Kingdom for bulk commodities. For related unit metrics, you can use our gram to kilogram conversion tool.
What is Metric Ton?
A metric ton is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms or one megagram. It is widely used internationally for measuring large quantities of goods. If you need to make other calculations, see our kilogram to pound conversion tool.
How to Convert Long Ton to Metric Ton
To convert a value from long tons to metric tons, multiply the value by the conversion multiplier:
Step-by-Step Example
Suppose you want to convert 5 long tons to metric tons. Using the conversion steps:
- Identify the multiplier factor:
1.0160469088. - Multiply 5 by the factor:
5 × 1.0160469088 = 5.080234544. - Result: 5 long tons is equal to 5.080234544 metric tons.
Long Ton to Metric Ton Conversion Table
The table below provides quick reference conversions for common values from long tons to metric tons:
| Long Ton [uk ton] | Metric Ton [ton] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 uk ton | 0.0101604691 ton |
| 0.1 uk ton | 0.1016046909 ton |
| 1 uk ton | 1.0160469088 ton |
| 2 uk ton | 2.0320938176 ton |
| 3 uk ton | 3.0481407264 ton |
| 4 uk ton | 4.0641876352 ton |
| 5 uk ton | 5.080234544 ton |
| 6 uk ton | 6.0962814528 ton |
| 7 uk ton | 7.1123283616 ton |
| 8 uk ton | 8.1283752704 ton |
| 9 uk ton | 9.1444221792 ton |
| 10 uk ton | 10.160469088 ton |
| 20 uk ton | 20.320938176 ton |
| 30 uk ton | 30.481407264 ton |
| 50 uk ton | 50.80234544 ton |
| 100 uk ton | 101.60469088 ton |
| 500 uk ton | 508.0234544 ton |
| 1000 uk ton | 1016.0469088 ton |