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Ton of TNT to Foot-pound Converter

Convert Tons of TNT to Foot-pounds

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How to Convert Tons of TNT to Foot-pounds

To convert tons of TNT to foot-pounds (ft-lb), multiply the number of tons of TNT by 3.086 x 109. This is because 1 ton of TNT is equal to 4.184 x 109 joules, and 1 foot-pound is 1.35582 joules.

Formula

Foot-pounds = Tons of TNT × (3.086 × 109)

or

ft-lb = ton-tnt × 3.086e9

Step-by-step process

  1. Take the measurement in tons of TNT
  2. Multiply that number by 3.086e9
  3. The result is the equivalent energy in foot-pounds

Examples

  • 1 ton-tnt = 1 × 3.086e9 = 3,086,000,000 ft-lb
  • 5 ton-tnt = 5 × 3.086e9 = 15,430,000,000 ft-lb
  • 10 ton-tnt = 10 × 3.086e9 = 30,860,000,000 ft-lb

Common Tons of TNT to Foot-pounds Conversions

Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:

Tons of TNT Foot-pounds (ft-lb) Tons of TNT Foot-pounds (ft-lb)
1 3.086e+9 50 1.543e+11
2 6.172e+9 100 3.086e+11
5 1.543e+10 250 7.715e+11
10 3.086e+10 500 1.543e+12
25 7.715e+10 1,000 3.086e+12

Other conversions from tons of TNT

Tons of TNT can be converted to various other units of energy. Here are some common conversions:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many tons of TNT are in a foot-pound?

There are 3.24 x 10-10 tons of TNT in one foot-pound.