Convert quarter (US) to ton (long)
Please provide values below to convert quarter (US) [qr (US)] to ton (long) [ton (UK)], or Convert ton (long) to quarter (US).
How to Convert Quarter (Us) to Ton (Long)
1 qr (US) = 0.0111607142857143 ton (UK)
Example: convert 15 qr (US) to ton (UK):
15 qr (US) = 15 × 0.0111607142857143 ton (UK) = 0.167410714285714 ton (UK)
Quarter (Us) to Ton (Long) Conversion Table
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Quarter (Us)
A quarter (US) is a unit of weight equal to one-fourth of a pound, commonly used in measuring precious metals and other small quantities.
History/Origin
The quarter originated from the traditional British weight system and was adopted in the United States as a subdivision of the pound. It has historically been used in commerce and trade for precise measurements.
Current Use
Today, the quarter is primarily used in the United States for measuring precious metals, jewelry, and small quantities of certain commodities. It is part of the customary units in the 'Weight and Mass' category within common converters.
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).