What is a ton register (ton reg)?

A ton register is a historical maritime unit of volume equal to 100 cubic feet, previously used to express a ship's internal capacity as gross or net register tonnage.

Why convert ton register to cubic meter?

Converting to cubic meters enables standardization of volume data in modern SI units, facilitating accurate comparisons, engineering calculations, and regulatory compliance.

Is ton register still used today internationally?

No, ton register has been largely replaced by gross/net tonnage under the 1969 Tonnage Convention and is mainly encountered in historical and archival contexts.

How to Convert from Ton register [ton reg] to Cubic meter [m^3]

Learn how to convert volume values from the maritime unit Ton register (ton reg) to the SI-derived Cubic meter (m^3) using a practical and easy-to-follow approach.

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Ton register [ton reg] to Cubic meter [m^3] Conversion Table

Ton register [ton reg]	Cubic meter [m^3]

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Ton register [ton reg] to Cubic meter [m^3] Conversion Table
Ton register [ton reg]	Cubic meter [m^3]

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What Is This Tool?

This converter facilitates the transformation of volume measurements from the historical maritime unit Ton register (ton reg) into the International System volume unit Cubic meter (m^3). It helps interpret older ship capacity data in modern standardized units.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the volume value in ton register units you want to convert
Select 'ton register [ton reg]' as the source unit and 'cubic meter [m^3]' as the target unit
Initiate the conversion to get the volume expressed in cubic meters
Use the converted value for further engineering, regulatory, or archival purposes

Key Features

Converts ton register volumes to cubic meters using an official conversion factor
Useful for maritime, engineering, and archival volume measurement translation
Browser-based and easy to use without needing complex calculations
Supports accurate expression of ship internal volume data in modern units

Examples

Convert 5 ton register to cubic meters: 5 × 2.8316846592 = 14.158423296 m³
Convert 10 ton register to cubic meters: 10 × 2.8316846592 = 28.316846592 m³

Common Use Cases

Interpreting historical ship internal volume from tonnage certificates or old ship plans
Calculating port fees, canal dues, and pilotage charges based on register tons
Estimating cargo hold space in archival maritime research
Standardizing volume measurements for engineering and logistics involving older data

Tips & Best Practices

Always verify the context to ensure ton register applies, especially in historical documents
Use the converter primarily for archival or regulatory records referencing ton register
Apply the conversion factor directly without rounding intermediate results for precision
Cross-check converted volumes against design or storage requirements for practical use

Limitations

Ton register is an obsolete maritime volume unit replaced internationally by the 1969 Tonnage Convention measures
The conversion factor is an approximation and may not fully capture older measurement variations
Applicability is mainly limited to historical or archival ship data and not for modern shipping measurements

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a ton register (ton reg)?: A ton register is a historical maritime unit of volume equal to 100 cubic feet, previously used to express a ship's internal capacity as gross or net register tonnage.
Why convert ton register to cubic meter?: Converting to cubic meters enables standardization of volume data in modern SI units, facilitating accurate comparisons, engineering calculations, and regulatory compliance.
Is ton register still used today internationally?: No, ton register has been largely replaced by gross/net tonnage under the 1969 Tonnage Convention and is mainly encountered in historical and archival contexts.

Key Terminology

Ton register (ton reg): A maritime unit of volume equal to 100 cubic feet, historically used to express ship internal volume as register tonnage.
Cubic meter (m³): The SI derived unit of volume defined as the space occupied by a cube measuring one meter on each side.
Gross/net register tonnage: Historical measures of a ship's internal volume used for commercial and regulatory purposes before the 1969 Tonnage Convention.

Quick Knowledge Check

What volume does one ton register approximately equal?

One cubic foot

About 2.83 cubic meters

One cubic meter

In which field is the ton register unit primarily used?

Modern shipping capacity

Historical maritime measurements

HVAC design

What is the SI derived unit for volume used for conversion?

Cubic meter (m³)

Ton register

Gross tonnage

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