Long Ton to Short Ton Converter
Long Ton to Short Ton Formula
Conversion explanation: Multiply the value in Long Ton by 1.12 to get the equivalent value in Short Ton.
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What is Long Ton to Short Ton Converter
A long ton to short ton converter is a handy digital tool for converting weight values from long tons (lt) to short tons (ton). It relies on the conversion factor where 1 long ton is equal to exactly 1.12 short tons. For related calculations, you can also check our kilogram to gram conversion tool.
Definitions of Long Ton and Short 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 Short Ton?
A short ton is a unit of mass in the US customary system equal to 2,000 pounds or 907.18 kilograms. It is commonly used in the United States for commerce and shipping. If you need to make other calculations, see our kilogram to pound conversion tool.