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The UK ton (also known as long ton) is a unit of weight equal to 2,240 pounds. It is primarily used in the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries for measuring large weights, particularly in shipping, mining, and heavy industries.
The calculator uses the simple conversion formula:
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Explanation: The formula divides the number of pounds by 2240 to convert to UK tons, providing an accurate measurement for British weight standards.
Details: Accurate weight conversion between pounds and UK tons is essential for international trade, shipping calculations, engineering projects, and any application involving British measurement standards where precise weight calculations are required.
Tips: Enter the weight in pounds (must be a positive number). The calculator will automatically convert to UK tons with precision to four decimal places for accurate results.
Q1: What's the difference between UK ton and US ton?
A: UK ton (long ton) is 2,240 pounds, while US ton (short ton) is 2,000 pounds. They are different measurement systems used in different regions.
Q2: When should I use UK tons instead of metric tons?
A: Use UK tons when working with British measurement standards, particularly in UK-based industries, shipping to/from the UK, or when dealing with historical British measurement data.
Q3: How accurate is this conversion?
A: The conversion is mathematically precise since 1 UK ton is exactly 2,240 pounds by definition.
Q4: Can I convert metric tons to UK tons with this calculator?
A: No, this calculator specifically converts pounds to UK tons. For metric tons, you would need to first convert to pounds (1 metric ton = 2,204.62 pounds) then use this calculator.
Q5: What industries commonly use UK tons?
A: Shipping, mining, steel production, and heavy manufacturing industries in the UK and Commonwealth countries commonly use UK tons for weight measurements.