Pounds to Tons Converter

Convert pounds to tons (lbs to t) instantly with our free online converter. Accurate results with decimal precision.

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How to convert pounds to tons?

To convert pounds to tons, you can use the following conversion factor: **1 ton = 2000 pounds**, divide the number of pounds by 2000.

m(t) = m(lbs) / 2204.62

Example

Convert 2000 lbs to tons:

m(t) = 2204.62lbs / 2204.62 = 1t

How many tons in a pound?

There are 0.0005 tons in one pound.

1lb = 0.0005t

1lb = 0.000453592t

How many pounds in a ton?

There are 2000 pounds in a ton.

1t = 2000lbs

1t = 2204.62lbs

What is a Pound?

A pound is a unit of mass used in the imperial and US customary systems. It is equal to 16 ounces or approximately 0.453592 kilograms. Pounds are commonly used in the United States and United Kingdom for measuring body weight and other mass measurements.

What is a Ton?

A ton (short ton) is a unit of mass equal to 2000 pounds. It is commonly used in the United States for measuring large quantities of materials, cargo, and industrial products. The short ton is different from the metric ton (1000 kg) and the long ton (2240 lbs).

Popular pounds to tons conversion table

Pounds (lbs) Tons (t)
1000 lbs 0.5 t
2000 lbs 1 t
4000 lbs 2 t
5000 lbs 2.5 t
10000 lbs 5 t
15000 lbs 7.5 t
20000 lbs 10 t
25000 lbs 12.5 t
30000 lbs 15 t
40000 lbs 20 t
50000 lbs 25 t