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Convert Ton (long, UK) to Metric Ton

Convert tons (long, uk) to metric tons instantly. 1 ton (long, uk) = 1.0160469088 metric ton — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Metric Ton to Ton (long, UK) converter for the reverse conversion.

Written by Sunith Babu L, Ph.D., Lead Engineer Reviewed by Dr. Ashok Kumar K, Ph.D.
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Units explained

Avoirdupois

Ton (long, UK)

What is a ton (long, uk)?

The long (UK) ton equals 2,240 pounds, about 1,016 kilograms.

Origin of the ton (long, uk)

The British imperial ton, equal to 20 long hundredweight.

Where it is used

UK shipping and historical heavy industry.

When and where it was developed

Standardized within the British imperial system.

Metric / SI

Metric Ton

What is a metric ton?

The metric ton (t) equals exactly 1,000 kilograms; it is also called the tonne.

Origin of the metric ton

From 'tun', a large medieval cask; 'metric' distinguishes it from imperial tons.

Where it is used

The global standard for trade, freight, and heavy industry.

When and where it was developed

Recognized internationally with the spread of the metric system in the late 19th century.

Ton (long, UK) to Metric Ton conversion formula

The relationship between tons (long, uk) and metric tons:

1 long tn = 1.0160469088 t
1 t = 0.9842065276 long tn

To convert tons (long, uk) to metric tons, multiply the value in tons (long, uk) by 1.0160469088. To reverse, multiply metric tons by 0.9842065276.

How to use this converter

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

Step-by-step: convert tons (long, uk) to metric tons

  1. Write down the value in tons (long, uk) (long tn).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 1.0160469088.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in metric tons (t).
  4. To reverse, multiply the metric ton value by 0.9842065276.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 long tn to t:
1 × 1.0160469088 = 1.0160469088 t

Example 2 — Convert 100 long tn to t:
100 × 1.0160469088 = 101.60469088 t

Real-world example — Road-sign distances across systems

A 100-ton (long, uk) road sign converts cleanly into metric tons — exactly the conversion drivers planning trips abroad rely on when reading road signs in a different measurement system.

100 long tn × 1.0160469088 = 101.60469088 t

Real-world example — Endurance race distances

A 50-ton (long, uk) cycling or running race converts to a recognizable distance in metric tons. Endurance athletes coming from a different measurement system use this conversion to compare training plans across regions.

50 long tn × 1.0160469088 = 50.80234544 t

Real-world example — Maritime exclusion zone

A 200-ton (long, uk) exclusion zone (a common maritime boundary) converts to a different value in metric tons that's useful when describing the same zone in everyday land-distance units.

200 long tn × 1.0160469088 = 203.20938176 t

Ton (long, UK) to Metric Ton conversion table

Standard reference values for converting tons (long, uk) to metric tons:

Ton (long, UK) [long tn]Metric Ton [t]
0.010.0101604691
0.10.1016046909
11.0160469088
22.0320938176
33.0481407264
44.0641876352
55.080234544
1010.160469088
2020.320938176
3030.481407264
4040.641876352
5050.80234544
100101.60469088
500508.0234544
10001016.0469088

Frequently asked questions

How many metric tons is 1 ton (long, uk)?
1 ton (long, uk) equals 1.0160469088 metric ton.
How do I convert tons (long, uk) to metric tons?
Multiply the value in tons (long, uk) by 1.0160469088 to get metric tons.
How do I convert metric tons back to tons (long, uk)?
Multiply the value in metric tons by 0.9842065276, or use the Metric Ton to Ton (long, UK) converter.
How many metric tons is 100 tons (long, uk)?
100 tons (long, uk) equals 101.60469088 metric tons, because 100 × 1.0160469088 = 101.60469088.

Convert Ton (long, UK) to other weight units

Show all Ton (long, UK) conversions
Metric / SI (18 units)
Ton (long, UK) to Attogram (ag) Ton (long, UK) to Femtogram (fg) Ton (long, UK) to Picogram (pg) Ton (long, UK) to Nanogram (ng) Ton (long, UK) to Microgram (µg) Ton (long, UK) to Milligram (mg) Ton (long, UK) to Centigram (cg) Ton (long, UK) to Decigram (dg) Ton (long, UK) to Gram (g) Ton (long, UK) to Dekagram (dag) Ton (long, UK) to Hectogram (hg) Ton (long, UK) to Kilogram (kg) Ton (long, UK) to Quintal (metric) (q) Ton (long, UK) to Metric Ton (t) Ton (long, UK) to Gigagram (Gg) Ton (long, UK) to Teragram (Tg) Ton (long, UK) to Petagram (Pg) Ton (long, UK) to Exagram (Eg)
Avoirdupois (14 units)
Ton (long, UK) to Grain (gr) Ton (long, UK) to Dram (avoirdupois) (dr) Ton (long, UK) to Ounce (oz) Ton (long, UK) to Pound (lb) Ton (long, UK) to Clove (clove) Ton (long, UK) to Stone (US) (st) Ton (long, UK) to Stone (UK) (st) Ton (long, UK) to Quarter (US) (qr) Ton (long, UK) to Quarter (UK) (qr) Ton (long, UK) to Hundredweight (US) (cwt) Ton (long, UK) to Hundredweight (UK) (cwt) Ton (long, UK) to Wey (wey) Ton (long, UK) to Kilopound (kip) (kip) Ton (long, UK) to Ton (short, US) (sh tn)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Ton (long, UK) to Point (1/100 carat) (pt) Ton (long, UK) to Carat (metric) (ct) Ton (long, UK) to Scruple (apothecary) (s ap) Ton (long, UK) to Pennyweight (dwt) Ton (long, UK) to Momme (mom) Ton (long, UK) to Mace (mace) Ton (long, UK) to Dram (apothecary/troy) (dr ap) Ton (long, UK) to Troy Ounce (oz t) Ton (long, UK) to Tael (tael) Ton (long, UK) to Pound (troy/apothecary) (lb t)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Ton (long, UK) to Ratti (ratti) Ton (long, UK) to Masha (masha) Ton (long, UK) to Tola (tola) Ton (long, UK) to Chittack (Chatank) (chittack) Ton (long, UK) to Seer (Ser) (seer) Ton (long, UK) to Maund (Mann) (maund)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Ton (long, UK) to Electron Mass (rest) (me) Ton (long, UK) to MeV/c2 (MeV/c²) Ton (long, UK) to Muon Mass (mµ) Ton (long, UK) to Atomic Mass Unit (u) Ton (long, UK) to Proton Mass (mp) Ton (long, UK) to Neutron Mass (mn) Ton (long, UK) to Deuteron Mass (md) Ton (long, UK) to Carbon-12 Atom Mass (C-12) Ton (long, UK) to Planck Mass (mP)
Astronomical (4 units)
Ton (long, UK) to Lunar Mass (Moon) (M☾) Ton (long, UK) to Earth's Mass (M⊕) Ton (long, UK) to Jupiter Mass (MJ) Ton (long, UK) to Sun's Mass (M☉)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Ton (long, UK) to Lepton (Biblical Roman) (lepton) Ton (long, UK) to Quadrans (Biblical Roman) (quadrans) Ton (long, UK) to Assarion (Biblical Roman) (assarion) Ton (long, UK) to Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) (gerah) Ton (long, UK) to Drachma (Biblical Greek) (drachma) Ton (long, UK) to Denarius (Biblical Roman) (denarius) Ton (long, UK) to Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) (bekah) Ton (long, UK) to Didrachma (Biblical Greek) (didrachma) Ton (long, UK) to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) (shekel) Ton (long, UK) to Tetradrachma (Biblical Greek) (tetra) Ton (long, UK) to Mina (Biblical Greek) (mina) Ton (long, UK) to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) (mina) Ton (long, UK) to Talent (Biblical Greek) (talent) Ton (long, UK) to Talent (Biblical Hebrew) (talent)
Force / Engineering (5 units)
Ton (long, UK) to Poundal (pdl) Ton (long, UK) to Ton (assay) (US) (AT) Ton (long, UK) to Ton (assay) (UK) (AT) Ton (long, UK) to Kilogram-force square second/meter (hyl) Ton (long, UK) to Slug (slug)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 long tn = 1.0160469088 t) verified against the following authoritative sources:

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