Tons to Pounds Converter
Convert tons to pounds and pounds to tons for metric, US, and imperial tons.
Tons to Pounds Reference Table
| Tons (t) | Pounds (lb) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | 1,102.31 | Half a metric tonne |
| 1 | 2,204.62 | One metric tonne |
| 2 | 4,409.24 | Two metric tonnes |
| 5 | 11,023.10 | Five metric tonnes |
| 10 | 22,046.20 | Ten metric tonnes |
| 100 | 220,462.00 | One hundred metric tonnes |
Tons and Pounds Conversion Formulas
Converting between metric tons (tonnes) and pounds uses a single constant factor. One metric tonne equals 2204.62 pounds, so each conversion is a simple multiplication or division.
Tons to Pounds
lb = t × 2204.62
Example: 1 t × 2204.62 = 2204.62 lb
Pounds to Tons
t = lb ÷ 2204.62
Example: 5000 lb ÷ 2204.62 = 2.26796 t
Metric, Short and Long Tons
The word “ton” can mean different things depending on the country and context. This converter uses the metric tonne, which equals 2204.62 pounds. Be aware of the other definitions:
- Metric tonne: 1 t = 1000 kg = 2204.62 lb. Used in most of the world and by this converter.
- US short ton: 1 short ton = 2000 lb. Common in the United States.
- UK long ton: 1 long ton = 2240 lb. Traditionally used in the United Kingdom.