Convert hundredweight (UK) to ton (long)
Please provide values below to convert hundredweight (UK) [cwt (UK)] to ton (long) [ton (UK)], or Convert ton (long) to hundredweight (UK).
How to Convert Hundredweight (Uk) to Ton (Long)
1 cwt (UK) = 0.05 ton (UK)
Example: convert 15 cwt (UK) to ton (UK):
15 cwt (UK) = 15 × 0.05 ton (UK) = 0.75 ton (UK)
Hundredweight (Uk) to Ton (Long) Conversion Table
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Hundredweight (Uk)
The hundredweight (UK), or cwt (UK), is a unit of weight equal to 112 pounds avoirdupois, primarily used in the United Kingdom for measuring commodities like produce and livestock.
History/Origin
The UK hundredweight has been used historically in trade and agriculture, originating from the traditional system of weights. It was standardized in the imperial system and has been in use since the 19th century, although its usage has declined with metrication.
Current Use
Today, the UK hundredweight is still used in certain industries such as agriculture and livestock trading, especially in the UK, but it is largely replaced by the metric system in most contexts.
Ton (Long)
A long ton, also known as the imperial ton or UK ton, is a unit of weight equal to 2,240 pounds or 1,016.0469 kilograms.
History/Origin
The long ton originated in the United Kingdom as a standard measurement for large quantities of goods and materials, particularly in shipping and trade, during the 19th century. It was used alongside other imperial units before the adoption of the metric system.
Current Use
Today, the long ton is primarily used in the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries for measuring large quantities of freight, cargo, and in certain industrial contexts. It is less common internationally, having been largely replaced by the metric ton (tonne).