Convert Troy Ounces to Short Tons
Convert Troy Ounces (ozt) to Short Tons (ton) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
ton = ozt × 3.428571429e-5
About Troy Ounces
The troy ounce (ozt or oz t) is the global standard for weighing and pricing precious metals - gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. Equal to 31.1034768 grams (about 10% heavier than the avoirdupois ounce), it originates from the medieval fair at Troyes, France, where a standardised weight system facilitated international trade. All gold spot prices quoted on financial markets (LBMA, COMEX, MCX) are priced per troy ounce. A standard 'Good Delivery' gold bar approved by the London Bullion Market Association weighs approximately 400 troy ounces (12.4 kg).
About Short Tons
A short ton (also known as a US ton) equals exactly 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.185 kg. It is the standard ton in the United States for coal, scrap metal, aggregate, freight, and agricultural commodities. US electricity, energy, and mining production statistics are reported in short tons or millions of short tons (MMst). American trucking weight limits, rail car capacities, and bulk cargo specifications use short tons. When Americans refer to a 'ton' without qualification, they almost always mean the short ton.
Quick Reference Table
| Troy Ounces (ozt) | Short Tons (ton) |
|---|---|
| 1 ozt | 3.429 × 10-5 ton |
| 2 ozt | 6.857 × 10-5 ton |
| 5 ozt | 0.000171429 ton |
| 10 ozt | 0.000342857 ton |
| 25 ozt | 0.000857143 ton |
| 50 ozt | 0.00171429 ton |
| 100 ozt | 0.00342857 ton |