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Mass Flow Rate

klb/mintolt/hr

Convert kilopounds per minute (klb/min) to long tons per hour (lt/hr).

Factor1 klb/min = 26.78571 lt/hr

Converter

klb/min

Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7

Result
26.7857lt/hr

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
lt/hr = klb/min × 26.78571

Multiply any value in kilopounds per minute by 26.78571 to obtain the value in long tons per hour.

Worked example

Convert 1 klb/min to lt/hr.

  1. 01Start with 1 klb/min.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 26.78571 = 26.7857 lt/hr.
Result1 klb/min = 26.7857 lt/hr

Conversion table

klb/minlt/hr
126.786
253.571
5133.93
10267.86
20535.71
501339.3
1002678.6
2005357.1
50013393
100026786

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from klb/min to lt/hr?
1 klb/min equals 26.78571 lt/hr. To convert, multiply the value in kilopounds per minute by 26.78571.
How do I convert 1 klb/min to lt/hr?
1 klb/min = 26.7857 lt/hr. For any value, multiply by 26.78571.
How do I convert lt/hr back to klb/min?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.03733333. So 1 lt/hr = 0.0373333 klb/min.
When would I need to convert kilopound per minute to long ton per hour?
Mass flow conversions between klb/min and lt/hr are common in material balances, process stream summaries, bulk solids handling, custody transfer, and equipment sizing where kg/hr, t/hr, lb/hr, and lb/s may all appear in different datasheets or vendor documents.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).

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