Ton (UK) to Gram Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
Convert long tons to grams with our free online weight converter.
Ton (UK) to Gram Calculator
How to Use the Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Ton (UK)).
- The converted value in Gram 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 Ton (UK) to Gram
Converting Ton (UK) to Gram involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Ton (UK) = 1016050 gramsExample Calculation:
Convert 5 long tons: 5 × 1016050 = 5080250 grams
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What is a Ton (UK) and a Gram?
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.
The gram is a unit of mass in the metric system. Originally defined as the mass of one cubic centimeter of water at its maximum density, it is now defined as 1/1000 of a kilogram.
Note: The Ton (UK) is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Gram belongs to the metric (SI) system.
History of the Ton (UK) and Gram
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.
Introduced in France after the French Revolution as part of the metric system. It became a fundamental unit for scientific measurement.
Common Uses for long tons and grams
Explore the typical applications for both Ton (UK) (imperial/US) and Gram (metric) to understand their common contexts.
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.
Common Uses for grams
- Cooking & Baking: Standard unit worldwide for measuring dry ingredients like flour, sugar, spices, and non-liquid items like butter.
- Groceries: Used for labeling the net weight of many packaged food products (e.g., cereal boxes, canned goods, snacks).
- Science: Common unit for mass measurements in chemistry labs, biology, and physics experiments.
- Jewelry & Precious Metals: Often used to measure the weight of gold, silver, and gemstones.
- Postal Services: Used globally for determining the weight and cost of letters and small parcels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions 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).
About Gram (g)
Is the gram part of the metric system?
Yes, the gram (g) is a fundamental unit of mass in the metric system, equivalent to 1/1000 of a kilogram.
What is a gram commonly used for?
It's widely used for measuring small masses, especially in cooking, groceries, science labs, and for weighing precious metals.
How many grams are in a kilogram?
There are exactly 1000 grams (g) in 1 kilogram (kg).
Conversion Table: Ton (UK) to Gram
| Ton (UK) (long ton) | Gram (g) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1,016,046.909 |
| 5 | 5,080,234.544 |
| 10 | 10,160,469.088 |
| 25 | 25,401,172.72 |
| 50 | 50,802,345.44 |
| 100 | 101,604,690.88 |
| 500 | 508,023,454.4 |
| 1,000 | 1,016,046,908.8 |
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