How to use this Long Ton to Short Ton Converter ๐ค
Follow these steps to convert given weight from the units of Long Ton to the units of Short Ton.
Enter the input Long Ton value in the text field.
The calculator converts the given Long Ton into Short Ton in realtime โ using the conversion formula, and displays under the Short Ton label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Short Ton value is re-calculated, just like that.
You may copy the resulting Short Ton value using the Copy button.
To view a detailed step by step calculation of the conversion, click on the View Calculation button.
You can also reset the input by clicking on Reset button present below the input field.
What is the Formula to convert Long Ton to Short Ton?
The formula to convert given weight from Long Ton to Short Ton is:
Weight(Short Ton) = Weight(Long Ton) × 1.12
Substitute the given value of weight in long ton, i.e., Weight(Long Ton) in the above formula and simplify the right-hand side value. The resulting value is the weight in short ton, i.e., Weight(Short Ton).
Calculation
Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.
Examples
1
Consider that a large cargo ship carries 50 long tons of luxury cars. Convert this weight from long tons to Short Ton.
Answer:
Given:
The weight of cargo ship in long ton is:
Weight(Long Ton) = 50
Formula:
The formula to convert weight from long ton to short ton is:
Weight(Short Ton) = Weight(Long Ton) × 1.12
Substitution:
Substitute given weight of cargo ship, Weight(Long Ton) = 50 in the above formula.
Weight(Short Ton) = 50 × 1.12
Weight(Short Ton) = 56
Final Answer:
Therefore, 50 T is equal to 56 tn.
The weight of cargo ship is 56 tn, in short ton.
2
Consider that a steel shipment for constructing a skyscraper weighs 20 long tons. Convert this weight from long tons to Short Ton.
Answer:
Given:
The weight of steel shipment in long ton is:
Weight(Long Ton) = 20
Formula:
The formula to convert weight from long ton to short ton is:
Weight(Short Ton) = Weight(Long Ton) × 1.12
Substitution:
Substitute given weight of steel shipment, Weight(Long Ton) = 20 in the above formula.
Weight(Short Ton) = 20 × 1.12
Weight(Short Ton) = 22.4
Final Answer:
Therefore, 20 T is equal to 22.4 tn.
The weight of steel shipment is 22.4 tn, in short ton.
Long Ton to Short Ton Conversion Table
The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Long Ton to Short Ton.
Long Ton (T)
Short Ton (tn)
0.01 T
0.0112tn
0.1 T
0.112tn
1 T
1.12tn
2 T
2.24tn
3 T
3.36tn
4 T
4.48tn
5 T
5.6tn
6 T
6.72tn
7 T
7.84tn
8 T
8.96tn
9 T
10.08tn
10 T
11.2tn
20 T
22.4tn
50 T
56 tn
100 T
112 tn
1000 T
1120 tn
Long Ton
The long ton, also known as the imperial ton, is a unit of mass used in the UK. It equals 2,240 pounds or approximately 1,016 kilograms. It is used for larger weights like cargo and ships.
Short Ton
The short ton is a unit of mass commonly used in the United States, equivalent to 2,000 pounds or approximately 907 kilograms. It is often used in industries such as construction, mining, and freight transportation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the formula for converting Long Ton to Short Ton in Weight?
The formula to convert Long Ton to Short Ton in Weight is:
Long Ton * 1.12
2. Is this tool free or paid?
This Weight conversion tool, which converts Long Ton to Short Ton, is completely free to use.
3. How do I convert Weight from Long Ton to Short Ton?
To convert Weight from Long Ton to Short Ton, you can use the following formula:
Long Ton * 1.12
For example, if you have a value in Long Ton, you substitute that value in place of Long Ton in the above formula, and solve the mathematical expression to get the equivalent value in Short Ton.
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