How to convert pounds to us tons
To convert a measurement in pounds to us tons, multiply the value by 0.0005. The conversion factor comes from the relationship between both units and the kilogram.
For example, to convert 5 lb to us tons: 5 × 0.0005 = 0.0025 ton.
What is a pound?
A pound is an imperial and US customary unit of mass equal to 16 ounces or exactly 0.45359237 kilograms. The pound derives from the Roman 'libra' (hence the symbol 'lb'). The international avoirdupois pound was fixed at exactly 0.45359237 kg by the 1959 international yard and pound agreement between English-speaking nations.
Common uses of pounds include: Body weight in the US and UK; Grocery and produce pricing in the US; Bodybuilding and weightlifting loads; Shipping weights for parcels in the US.
What is a us ton?
A US ton (short ton) is a unit of mass equal to 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.18 kilograms. The short ton is the standard 'ton' in the United States, defined as 2,000 pounds. It is lighter than both the metric tonne (1,000 kg) and the British long ton (2,240 pounds).
Common uses of us tons include: Freight and shipping weights in the US; Air conditioning capacity (tons of cooling); Bulk material sales (gravel, coal, steel) in the US; Vehicle and equipment weight ratings.
Pounds to us tons worked examples
Here are some common values converted:
1 lb = 0.0005 ton 5 lb = 0.0025 ton 10 lb = 0.005 ton 50 lb = 0.025 ton 100 lb = 0.05 ton
Frequently asked questions
How many us tons are in one pound?
One pound (lb) equals 0.0005 us tons (ton). Multiply any value in pounds by 0.0005 to convert to us tons.
How do I convert pounds to us tons?
Multiply the value in pounds by 0.0005. For example, 5 lb × 0.0005 = 0.0025 ton.
How do I convert us tons to pounds?
Multiply the value in us tons by 2,000, or divide by 0.0005. Use the swap button on the converter above to reverse the direction.
Is the pound to us ton conversion exact?
Yes. Since 1959 the international pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kg, so all weight conversions between metric and avoirdupois units use exact factors.
What is the formula for pounds to us tons?
The formula is: ton = lb × 0.0005. This comes from the definition of both units relative to the kilogram.