Metric tons to long tons
Type a value in metric tons to see it in long tons straight away, or type in the second box to convert back.
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How to use it
- Type the value in the metric tons box.
- Read the result in long tons as you type, and pick the precision you need.
- Swap the direction to convert back, or copy the result.
How it is calculated
LT = t × 0.9842065276
Multiply the value in metric tons by 0.9842065276 to get long tons.
Example
To convert 25 t to long tons: 25 × 0.9842065276 = 24.6052 LT.
Conversion table
| Metric tons (t) | Long tons (LT) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.984207 |
| 2 | 1.96841 |
| 3 | 2.95262 |
| 5 | 4.92103 |
| 10 | 9.84207 |
| 20 | 19.6841 |
| 25 | 24.6052 |
| 50 | 49.2103 |
| 100 | 98.4207 |
| 250 | 246.052 |
| 500 | 492.103 |
| 1,000 | 984.207 |
About the units
- Metric ton
- The metric ton, or tonne, equals exactly 1000 kilograms.
- Long ton
- The British imperial ton, equal to 2240 pounds or exactly 1016.0469088 kg, still seen in shipping.
Limits and caveats
- Results are rounded for display and computed with the browser's floating point precision (about 15 significant digits).
- Both unit factors are exact by their official definitions.
Questions about this tool
How many long tons are in one metric ton?
1 t = 0.984207 LT exactly.
How do I convert metric tons to long tons?
Use LT = t × 0.9842065276. For example, 25 t = 24.6052 LT.
How many metric tons are in one long ton?
1 LT = 1.01605 t.
Are mass and weight the same thing?
Strictly no: mass is the amount of matter, in kilograms, while weight is the force of gravity on it, in newtons. Scales display mass, so everyday language uses the two words interchangeably.
What is the difference between an ounce and a troy ounce?
An ordinary ounce is 28.349523125 grams and is used for food and goods, while a troy ounce is 31.1034768 grams and is used to price gold and silver.