Metric tons (t) to Long tons (LT) Conversion
Metric tons
The metric ton (or tonne) is a unit of mass equal to exactly 1,000 kilograms, widely used in industry, agriculture, international trade, and environmental science. It is approximately equal to the mass of one cubic metre of water under standard conditions. It should be distinguished from the short ton (2,000 lb ≈ 907 kg) used in the United States and the long ton (2,240 lb ≈ 1,016 kg) used in the United Kingdom.
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.
| Metric tons (t) | Long tons (LT) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 t | 0.0984 LT |
| 1 t | 0.9842 LT |
| 2 t | 1.9684 LT |
| 3 t | 2.9526 LT |
| 5 t | 4.921 LT |
| 10 t | 9.8421 LT |
| 20 t | 19.6841 LT |
| 30 t | 29.5262 LT |
| 50 t | 49.2103 LT |
| 100 t | 98.4207 LT |
| 1000 t | 984.2065 LT |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many long tons are in 1 metric tons?
1 metric tons (t) is exactly 0.984207 long tons (LT).
How do I convert metric tons to long tons?
Multiply the value in metric tons by 0.984207 to get the result in long tons. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.