Convert hundredweight (UK) to tonne
Please provide values below to convert hundredweight (UK) [cwt (UK)] to tonne [t], or Convert tonne to hundredweight (UK).
How to Convert Hundredweight (Uk) to Tonne
1 cwt (UK) = 0.05080234544 t
Example: convert 15 cwt (UK) to t:
15 cwt (UK) = 15 Γ 0.05080234544 t = 0.7620351816 t
Hundredweight (Uk) to Tonne 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.
Tonne
A tonne (symbol: t) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms or approximately 2,204.62 pounds.
History/Origin
The tonne was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century to standardize measurements of mass globally, replacing various local units with a single, consistent unit.
Current Use
The tonne is widely used internationally in industries such as shipping, manufacturing, and agriculture for measuring large quantities of materials and commodities.