Convert hundredweight (UK) to ton (assay) (UK)
Please provide values below to convert hundredweight (UK) [cwt (UK)] to ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)], or Convert ton (assay) (UK) to hundredweight (UK).
How to Convert Hundredweight (Uk) to Ton (Assay) (Uk)
1 cwt (UK) = 1555.17384 AT (UK)
Example: convert 15 cwt (UK) to AT (UK):
15 cwt (UK) = 15 × 1555.17384 AT (UK) = 23327.6076 AT (UK)
Hundredweight (Uk) to Ton (Assay) (Uk) 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 (Assay) (Uk)
The ton (assay) (UK), symbol AT (UK), is a traditional unit of weight used primarily for precious metals, equivalent to 31.1034768 grams.
History/Origin
The assay ton originated in the United Kingdom as a standard measure for precious metals, particularly gold and silver, used in assay processes and trading. It has historical roots in the British imperial system and was standardized for trade and assay purposes.
Current Use
Today, the assay ton (UK) is mainly used in the precious metals industry for assay and valuation purposes, especially in the UK and related markets, although it has largely been replaced by the metric gram and troy ounce in general commerce.