Kilogram to Long Ton Converter
Convert weight measurements from kilograms (kg) to long tons (lt) with our free calculator
0.984 lt
Long Tons
Understanding Weight Conversion
What is a Kilogram (kg)?
The kilogram is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI). One kilogram is defined using the Planck constant and equals approximately 2.20462 pounds. It's the only SI base unit still defined by a physical object - the International Prototype Kilogram.
What is a Long Ton (lt)?
A long ton, also known as an imperial ton, equals 2,240 pounds or 1,016.047 kilograms. It's primarily used in the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth countries. The long ton differs from the short ton (2,000 pounds) used in the United States and the metric ton (1,000 kilograms).
Conversion Formula
To convert from kilograms to long tons, use this formula:
Long Tons = Kilograms × 0.000984207