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Poundpound
Source UnitPound is a unit of force used in various contexts.
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Long Tonlt
Target UnitThe long ton, also known as the imperial ton, is a unit of weight equal to 1,016 kilograms or 2,240 pounds. It is primarily used in the United Kingdom and is part of the imperial system of measurements. The long ton is often used in industries that require the specification of heavy weights, such as shipping and freight transport. It is important to note that the long ton differs from the short ton (used mainly in the US), which is equivalent to 907.185 kilograms. The long ton is also sometimes referred to as a gross ton, particularly in maritime contexts.
Current Use
Today, the long ton is primarily used in the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries. It is common in industries such as shipping, where cargo weights are often expressed in long tons. The long ton remains a relevant unit for specifying the weight of large shipments, vehicles, and materials. In the maritime industry, it is also used to measure the gross tonnage of ships, indicating their cargo capacity.
Fun Fact
The long ton is sometimes referred to as the 'imperial ton' to distinguish it from the short ton.
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Pound
force ā¢ Non-SI
Definition
Pound is a unit of force used in various contexts.
History & Origin
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Current Use
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Long Ton
weight ā¢ Non-SI
Definition
The long ton, also known as the imperial ton, is a unit of weight equal to 1,016 kilograms or 2,240 pounds. It is primarily used in the United Kingdom and is part of the imperial system of measurements. The long ton is often used in industries that require the specification of heavy weights, such as shipping and freight transport. It is important to note that the long ton differs from the short ton (used mainly in the US), which is equivalent to 907.185 kilograms. The long ton is also sometimes referred to as a gross ton, particularly in maritime contexts.
History & Origin
The long ton has its roots in the British imperial system, which was formalized in the 19th century. Its usage became widespread as a standard measure for heavy weights in shipping and industry. The long ton was defined as 1,016 kilograms by the Weights and Measures Act of 1963 in the UK, which aimed to standardize measurements across the country. This law was part of a broader movement to modernize the British measurement system during the metrication process.
Etymology: The term 'ton' is derived from the Old French 'tonneu', which referred to a large cask or barrel used for transporting goods, especially wine. The term has evolved over time to represent different units of weight.
Current Use
Today, the long ton is primarily used in the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries. It is common in industries such as shipping, where cargo weights are often expressed in long tons. The long ton remains a relevant unit for specifying the weight of large shipments, vehicles, and materials. In the maritime industry, it is also used to measure the gross tonnage of ships, indicating their cargo capacity.
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- ā¢The long ton is sometimes referred to as the 'imperial ton' to distinguish it from the short ton.
- ā¢The long ton was historically used in the UK for tax purposes related to shipping.
- ā¢In maritime law, a long ton is often used to determine the tonnage of ships for registration and taxation.
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