Convert tonne to stone (UK)
Please provide values below to convert tonne [t] to stone (UK) [st (UK)], or Convert stone (UK) to tonne.
How to Convert Tonne to Stone (Uk)
1 t = 157.47304441777 st (UK)
Example: convert 15 t to st (UK):
15 t = 15 × 157.47304441777 st (UK) = 2362.09566626655 st (UK)
Tonne to Stone (Uk) Conversion Table
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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.
Stone (Uk)
A stone (st) is a British unit of weight equal to 14 pounds avoirdupois, primarily used for measuring body weight.
History/Origin
The stone has origins in medieval England, where it was used as a practical unit of weight for trade and commerce. Its use has persisted in the UK for measuring human body weight, despite the metric system's adoption elsewhere.
Current Use
Today, the stone is still commonly used in the UK and Ireland for personal weight measurement, especially in the context of health and fitness, although it is largely replaced by kilograms in official and international contexts.