HomeShipping and FreightAre Ton and Tonne the same..??

Are Ton and Tonne the same..??

By Hariesh Manaadiar

October 26, 2011

No, they are NOT the same..

Ton is an imperial measurement and equates to about 2240 lbs (pounds) = roughly 1015 kgs..
Tonnes is a metric measurement and equates to 1000 kgs.. This is more commonly used all over the world..

So watch out those of you that deal with charges per ton or tonne.. Know the difference and charge accordingly..

Simple yet important..

Hariesh Manaadiar https://www.shippingandfreightresource.com

I am Hariesh Manaadiar, the Founder of Shipping and Freight Resource.. I have been in the dynamic shipping and freight industry for over three decades and have worked in several sectors.. I share my experiences and knowledge of the industry through this blog for those looking for help in the industry.. Stay subscribed for more free useful content about shipping, freight, maritime, logistics, supply chain and trade..

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3 COMMENTS

Htet Ko Zin January 5, 2017 At 9:26 AM

Thanks a lot, sir

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Josh June 3, 2012 At 6:29 PM

..Ok, that’s new information. Thanks

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Don March 12, 2012 At 5:45 PM

learnt something new

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