A metric ton is 1,000 kilograms.
Metric tons to Long tons
Convert metric tons (t) to long tons (long ton) instantly. Free online weight converter with formulas, tables and examples.
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A British long ton is 2,240 pounds.
long ton = t × 0.984206527611
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Formula
long ton = t × 0.984206527611
t = long ton ÷ 0.984206527611
Conversion table
| 1 t | 0.984207 long ton |
| 5 t | 4.921033 long ton |
| 10 t | 9.842065 long ton |
| 20 t | 19.684131 long ton |
| 50 t | 49.210326 long ton |
| 100 t | 98.420653 long ton |
| 500 t | 492.103264 long ton |
| 1000 t | 984.206528 long ton |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the metric ton (t). A metric ton is 1,000 kilograms.
What is the destination unit in this conversion?
The destination unit is the long ton (long ton). A British long ton is 2,240 pounds.
How do I convert metric tons to long tons?
Multiply the number of metric tons by 0.984206527611 to get the equivalent value in long tons. For example, 5 t × 0.984206527611 = 4.921033 long ton.
Is the metric ton to long ton conversion exact?
Yes. This converter uses a fixed factor of 0.984206527611, so results are precise and consistent every time you use it.
Where is this conversion commonly used?
It's used in everyday measurement, shipping and logistics, scientific and industrial work, and any context where you need to switch between metric ton and long ton values.
Can I convert long tons back to metric tons?
Yes. Multiply the long tons value by 1.0160469088, or divide it by 0.984206527611, to convert back to metric tons.
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About this conversion
This page converts metric tons (t) into long tons (long ton) using the Universal Converter's mass conversion engine.
Metric ton-to-Long ton conversions are useful for everyday calculations, scientific work, shipping, and any task that mixes different weight or mass units.
The formula is long ton = t × 0.984206527611, based on the standard definitions of metric ton and long ton.
Because the conversion factor is fixed, results stay consistent and repeatable no matter how many times you calculate them.
Metric ton: A metric ton is 1,000 kilograms. Long ton: A British long ton is 2,240 pounds.