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Convert Slug to Ton (assay) (UK)

Convert slugs to tons (assay) (uk) instantly. 1 slug = 446.7521302747 ton (assay) (uk) — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Ton (assay) (UK) to Slug converter for the reverse conversion.

Written by Sunith Babu L, Ph.D., Lead Engineer Reviewed by Dr. Ashok Kumar K, Ph.D.
Mass and Weight category 2 min read Published Last reviewed Updated

Units explained

Force / Engineering

Slug

What is a slug?

The slug is the mass that accelerates at 1 ft/s^2 under a force of one pound-force, about 14.59 kg.

Origin of the slug

Coined in the early 20th century for the British gravitational (engineering) system.

Where it is used

US and British engineering dynamics.

When and where it was developed

Introduced in the British gravitational system of units.

Force / Engineering

Ton (assay) (UK)

What is a ton (assay) (uk)?

The assay ton (UK) equals about 32.667 grams, the long-ton analog of the assay ton.

Origin of the ton (assay) (uk)

The long-ton version of the assay-ton convenience unit.

Where it is used

Ore assaying in long-ton (imperial) contexts.

When and where it was developed

Adopted in assay laboratories using the long ton.

Slug to Ton (assay) (UK) conversion formula

The relationship between slugs and tons (assay) (uk):

1 slug = 446.7521302747 AT
1 AT = 0.0022383777 slug

To convert slugs to tons (assay) (uk), multiply the value in slugs by 446.7521302747. To reverse, multiply tons (assay) (uk) by 0.0022383777.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in tons (assay) (uk) updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Ton (assay) (UK) to Slug converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert slugs to tons (assay) (uk)

  1. Write down the value in slugs (slug).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 446.7521302747.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in tons (assay) (uk) (AT).
  4. To reverse, multiply the ton (assay) (uk) value by 0.0022383777.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 slug to AT:
1 × 446.7521302747 = 446.7521302747 AT

Example 2 — Convert 100 slug to AT:
100 × 446.7521302747 = 44675.2130274743 AT

Slug to Ton (assay) (UK) conversion table

Standard reference values for converting slugs to tons (assay) (uk):

Slug [slug]Ton (assay) (UK) [AT]
0.014.4675213027
0.144.6752130275
1446.7521302747
2893.5042605495
31340.2563908242
41787.008521099
52233.7606513737
104467.5213027474
208935.0426054949
3013402.5639082423
4017870.0852109897
5022337.6065137371
10044675.2130274743
500223376.0651373714
1000446752.1302747427

Frequently asked questions

How many tons (assay) (uk) is 1 slug?
1 slug equals 446.7521302747 ton (assay) (uk).
How do I convert slugs to tons (assay) (uk)?
Multiply the value in slugs by 446.7521302747 to get tons (assay) (uk).
How do I convert tons (assay) (uk) back to slugs?
Multiply the value in tons (assay) (uk) by 0.0022383777, or use the Ton (assay) (UK) to Slug converter.
How many tons (assay) (uk) is 100 slugs?
100 slugs equals 44675.2130274743 tons (assay) (uk), because 100 × 446.7521302747 = 44675.2130274743.

Convert Slug to other weight units

Show all Slug conversions
Metric / SI (18 units)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Astronomical (4 units)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Force / Engineering (4 units)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 slug = 446.7521302747 AT) verified against the following authoritative sources:

Results are provided for general reference. Verify critical measurements against an authoritative standard.