Stone to Ton (UK) Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
Convert stones to long tons with our free online weight converter.
Stone to Ton (UK) Calculator
How to Use the Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Stone).
- The converted value in Ton (UK) will appear automatically in the 'To' field.
- Use the dropdown menus to select different units within the Weight category.
- Click the swap button (⇌) to reverse the conversion direction.
How to Convert Stone to Ton (UK)
Converting Stone to Ton (UK) involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Stone = 0.00625 long tonsExample Calculation:
Convert 5 stones: 5 × 0.00625 = 0.03125 long tons
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What is a Stone and a Ton (UK)?
The stone (st) is a unit of mass in the British imperial system, defined as exactly 14 avoirdupois pounds. This is equivalent to approximately 6.35 kilograms.
The UK Ton, also known as the Long Ton or Imperial Ton, is a unit of mass in the Imperial system. It is defined as 2,240 pounds, which is equivalent to 1,016.0469088 kilograms.
Note: The Stone is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Ton (UK) belongs to the imperial/US customary system.
History of the Stone and Ton (UK)
The stone has historical roots in trade, where actual stones were used as weights. Its value varied significantly by commodity and region before being standardized at 14 pounds in Britain for general purposes.
The term "ton" originates from the "tun," a large cask used in the wine trade. The long ton was standardized in the British Weights and Measures Act of 1824 and was historically used in the UK and Commonwealth countries for trade and shipping.
Common Uses for stones and long tons
Explore the typical applications for both Stone (imperial/US) and Ton (UK) (imperial/US) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for stones
- Body Weight: Primarily used in the UK and Ireland to express human body weight.
- Animal Weighing: Occasionally used informally for weighing large animals or agricultural produce in some Commonwealth countries.
- Historical Usage: Largely historical or colloquial use outside of body weight context.
Common Uses for long tons
- Historically used for shipping bulk commodities in the UK and Commonwealth.
- Sometimes still used for measuring ship displacement.
- Occasionally encountered in older engineering specifications or historical contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Stone (st)
How many pounds are in a stone?
There are 14 pounds (lb) in 1 stone (st).
Is the stone used outside the UK and Ireland?
Its use is very limited outside the UK and Ireland, mainly for historical context or by people familiar with imperial body weight measurements.
Why is it called a stone?
The name originates from the historical practice of using stones of a standardized size as weight standards in trade.
About Ton (UK) (long ton)
How many pounds are in a UK Ton (Long Ton)?
There are exactly 2,240 pounds (lb) in 1 UK Ton (long ton).
Is a UK Ton larger than a US Ton?
Yes, a UK Ton (2,240 lb) is larger than a US Ton (short ton, 2,000 lb).
How does the UK Ton compare to the metric ton?
A UK Ton (1,016.05 kg) is very close to, but slightly larger than, a metric ton (tonne, 1,000 kg).
Conversion Table: Stone to Ton (UK)
| Stone (st) | Ton (UK) (long ton) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.006 |
| 5 | 0.031 |
| 10 | 0.063 |
| 25 | 0.156 |
| 50 | 0.313 |
| 100 | 0.625 |
| 500 | 3.125 |
| 1,000 | 6.25 |
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