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Keywords: Cubic, Ton, Pounds, Cbm, Grt
A measure of the internal volume, or closed in spaces, of a vessel. One gross ton is equal to one hundred cubic feet (28.3 cbm). Abbreviation: GT. Synonym: gross registered ton (grt).
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A unit of measurement for the total enclosed space within a ship equal to 100 cubic feet or 2.831 cubic meters.
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Unit of 100 cubic feet or 2.831 cubic meters used in arriving at the calculation of gross tonnage.
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a British unit of weight equivalent to 2240 pounds
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2,240 pounds.
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2240 pounds. Also called "long ton."
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