Convert metric tons (tonnes) to long tons (imperial tons) and back instantly. Bidirectional weight converter with formula.
Multiply the metric ton value by 0.984207. The long ton (2,240 lb) is about 1.6% heavier than the metric ton (1,000 kg).
| Metric Tons | Long Tons |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.9842 |
| 2 | 1.9684 |
| 5 | 4.9210 |
| 7.2 | 7.0863 |
| 10 | 9.8421 |
| 25 | 24.6052 |
| 50 | 49.2103 |
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A metric ton (1,000 kg) is slightly lighter than a long ton (1,016.05 kg). One metric ton equals about 0.984207 long tons.
Multiply the metric ton value by 0.984207. For example, 7.2 t = 7.0863 long tons.
The long ton (2,240 lb = 1,016 kg) was the British standard, close to the metric ton (1,000 kg). The difference is only about 1.6%.
The metric ton is the international standard. The long ton is mostly historical, still used in some British shipping and mining contexts.