Ton (UK) to Kilogram Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
Convert long tons to kilograms with our free online weight converter.
Ton (UK) to Kilogram Calculator
How to Use the Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Ton (UK)).
- The converted value in Kilogram 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 Kilogram
Converting Ton (UK) to Kilogram involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Ton (UK) = 1016.05 kilogramsExample Calculation:
Convert 5 long tons: 5 × 1016.05 = 5080.25 kilograms
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What is a Ton (UK) and a Kilogram?
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 kilogram is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI). It is defined based on the fixed numerical value of the Planck constant.
Note: The Ton (UK) is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Kilogram belongs to the metric (SI) system.
History of the Ton (UK) and Kilogram
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.
Originally defined as the mass of one liter of water. Later, it was represented by the International Prototype of the Kilogram (IPK), a platinum-iridium cylinder. In 2019, the definition was changed to be based on fundamental physical constants.
Common Uses for long tons and kilograms
Explore the typical applications for both Ton (UK) (imperial/US) and Kilogram (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 kilograms
- Global Standard: The primary unit for mass in science (physics, chemistry), engineering calculations, and international trade (e.g., commodity pricing).
- Body Weight: Widely used worldwide (outside the US/UK primarily) for measuring human body weight for health and fitness tracking.
- Food & Groceries: Used for selling and labeling larger quantities of food items like rice, flour, sugar, and some produce in metric countries.
- Shipping & Logistics: Standard unit for calculating weights of packages and freight internationally.
- Everyday Objects: Measuring the mass of common items like furniture, electronics, or luggage.
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 Kilogram (kg)
What is the base unit of mass in the SI system?
The kilogram (kg) is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI).
Is the kilogram used worldwide?
Yes, it's the global standard for science, engineering, and international trade, and widely used for everyday measurements in most countries.
How was the kilogram originally defined?
It was initially defined as the mass of one liter of water, later represented by a physical artifact (the IPK), and is now based on the Planck constant.
Conversion Table: Ton (UK) to Kilogram
| Ton (UK) (long ton) | Kilogram (kg) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1,016.047 |
| 5 | 5,080.235 |
| 10 | 10,160.469 |
| 25 | 25,401.173 |
| 50 | 50,802.345 |
| 100 | 101,604.691 |
| 500 | 508,023.454 |
| 1,000 | 1,016,046.909 |
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