Convert Ltf to kip

Conversion Formula

1 ltf = 2.24 kip

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Ton-force (UK long) = 9964.0164181835 newtons
   1 Kip-force = 4448.2216152605 newtons
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 ltf = (9964.0164181835 N) / (4448.2216152605 N/kip) = 2.24 kip
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in ltf by 2.24 to get the equivalent in kip

Example Conversion

Convert 5 ltf to kip:

5 ltf × 2.24 = 11.2 kip