Convert quintal (metric) to ton (short)

Please provide values below to convert quintal (metric) [cwt] to ton (short) [ton (US)], or Convert ton (short) to quintal (metric).

How to Convert Quintal (Metric) to Ton (Short)

1 cwt = 0.110231131092439 ton (US)

Example: convert 15 cwt to ton (US):
15 cwt = 15 × 0.110231131092439 ton (US) = 1.65346696638658 ton (US)

Quintal (Metric) to Ton (Short) Conversion Table

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Quintal (Metric)

A quintal (metric) is a unit of mass equal to 100 kilograms.

History/Origin

The metric quintal originated in France in the 19th century as a standard unit of mass for trade and agriculture, replacing older local units. It is part of the metric system established during the French Revolution.

Current Use

The metric quintal is used primarily in agriculture and trade in some countries to measure large quantities of produce, though its use is less common today with the widespread adoption of the kilogram as the standard unit of mass.

Ton (Short)

A short ton (US) is a unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.1847 kilograms.

History/Origin

The short ton was developed in the United States as a standardized unit of weight for commercial and industrial use, replacing the older long ton used in Britain. It became widely adopted in the 19th and 20th centuries for measuring large quantities of goods.

Current Use

The short ton (US) is primarily used in the United States for measuring freight, commodities, and industrial materials. It is also used in some contexts for shipping and trade, especially in industries like mining, construction, and manufacturing.

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