Convert ton-force (long) to ton-force (short)
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (long) [tonf (UK)] to ton-force (short) [tonf (US)], or Convert ton-force (short) to ton-force (long).
How to Convert Ton-Force (Long) to Ton-Force (Short)
1 tonf (UK) = 1.12000000026977 tonf (US)
Example: convert 15 tonf (UK) to tonf (US):
15 tonf (UK) = 15 × 1.12000000026977 tonf (US) = 16.8000000040466 tonf (US)
Ton-Force (Long) to Ton-Force (Short) Conversion Table
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Ton-Force (Long)
A unit of force equal to the force exerted by one long ton (2,240 pounds) under standard gravity, approximately 20,000 pounds-force.
History/Origin
The ton-force (long) originated from the use of the long ton in the UK, primarily for engineering and maritime purposes, before the adoption of SI units. It was used to measure force in contexts where imperial units were standard.
Current Use
The ton-force (long) is largely obsolete in modern scientific and engineering contexts, replaced by the newton. It may still be used in some historical or niche applications within the UK or in legacy systems.
Ton-Force (Short)
A unit of force equal to the force exerted by one US ton (2000 pounds) under standard gravity (9.80665 m/s²).
History/Origin
The ton-force originated from the need to quantify large forces in engineering and industrial contexts, particularly in the United States, where the short ton was commonly used. It has been in use since the 19th century alongside other force units.
Current Use
Primarily used in engineering, manufacturing, and industrial applications within the United States to measure large forces, especially in contexts involving heavy machinery and structural analysis.