Kilograms (kg) to Long tons (LT) Conversion
Kilograms
The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass. From 1889 to 2019, it was defined by the International Prototype of the Kilogram — a physical cylinder of platinum-iridium alloy stored near Paris. In 2019, the kilogram was redefined in terms of Planck's constant (h = 6.62607015 × 10⁻³⁴ J·s), making it the first base unit defined entirely by a fundamental constant of nature. This eliminated the risk of the kilogram gradually changing mass due to contamination of the physical prototype.
Long tons
The long ton is a unit of mass equal to exactly 2,240 pounds (approximately 1,016.05 kilograms), used primarily in the United Kingdom and countries that have historically used the British imperial system. It is standard in the British shipping, maritime, and mining industries, where the displacement of vessels is expressed in long tons. The long ton differs from the US short ton (2,000 lb) by 240 pounds — a distinction critical in international cargo contracts and commodities trading.
| Kilograms (kg) | Long tons (LT) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 kg | 0.0000984 LT |
| 1 kg | 0.000984 LT |
| 2 kg | 0.00197 LT |
| 3 kg | 0.00295 LT |
| 5 kg | 0.00492 LT |
| 10 kg | 0.00984 LT |
| 20 kg | 0.0197 LT |
| 30 kg | 0.0295 LT |
| 50 kg | 0.0492 LT |
| 100 kg | 0.0984 LT |
| 1000 kg | 0.9842 LT |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many long tons are in 1 kilograms?
1 kilograms (kg) is exactly 0.000984 long tons (LT).
How do I convert kilograms to long tons?
Multiply the value in kilograms by 0.000984 to get the result in long tons. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.