Long Ton to Ton Converter

1.12 tons
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Understanding Long Ton to Ton Conversion

What is a Long Ton?

A long ton, also known as an imperial ton, equals 2,240 pounds (1,016.047 kg). It's primarily used in the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries for maritime shipping and coal trading.

Conversion Formula

To convert from long tons to short tons (US tons), multiply the number of long tons by 1.12:

Tons = Long Tons × 1.12

Common Conversions

  • 1 long ton = 1.12 short tons
  • 2 long tons = 2.24 short tons
  • 5 long tons = 5.6 short tons
  • 10 long tons = 11.2 short tons