Online calculator to convert pounds to metric tons (lb to t) with formulas, examples, and tables. Our conversions provide a quick and easy way to convert between Weight or Mass units.
Note: Metric ton (t) is also called megagram (Mg).
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Conversion Definitions
The following is a list of definitions relating to conversions between pounds and metric tons.
What is a pound (lb)?
A pound is a unit of mass in both US Customary Units as well as the Imperial System. The symbol for pound is lb or lbs. There are 2,204.62262185 pounds in a metric ton.
What is a metric ton (t)?
A metric ton is a unit of mass in the Metric System. The symbol for metric ton is t. There are 0.00045359237 metric tons in a pound. Another name for metric ton is tonne.
Conversion Formula
Let's take a closer look at the conversion formula so that you can do these conversions yourself with a calculator or with an old-fashioned pencil and paper.
The formula to convert from lb to metric tons is:
metric tons = lb x 0.00045359237
Conversion Example
Next, let's look at an example showing the work and calculations that are involved in converting from pounds to metric tons (lb to t).
Pound to Metric Ton Conversion Example
Task: Convert 5,000 pounds to metric tons (show work) Formula: lb x 0.00045359237 = metric tons Calculations: 5,000 lb x 0.00045359237 = 2.26796185 metric tons Result: 5,000 lb is equal to 2.26796185 metric tons
Conversion Table
For quick reference purposes, below is a conversion table that you can use to convert from lb to metric tons.
Pounds to Metric Tons Conversion Chart
| pounds (lb) | metric tons (t) |
|---|---|
| 1 lb | 0.00045359 metric tons |
| 2 lb | 0.00090718 metric tons |
| 3 lb | 0.00136078 metric tons |
| 4 lb | 0.00181437 metric tons |
| 5 lb | 0.00226796 metric tons |
| 6 lb | 0.00272155 metric tons |
| 7 lb | 0.00317515 metric tons |
| 8 lb | 0.00362874 metric tons |
| 9 lb | 0.00408233 metric tons |
| 10 lb | 0.00453592 metric tons |
| 20 lb | 0.00907185 metric tons |
| 30 lb | 0.01360777 metric tons |
| 40 lb | 0.01814369 metric tons |
| 50 lb | 0.02267962 metric tons |
| 75 lb | 0.03401943 metric tons |
| 100 lb | 0.04535924 metric tons |
| 250 lb | 0.11339809 metric tons |
| 500 lb | 0.22679619 metric tons |
| 750 lb | 0.34019428 metric tons |
| 1,000 lb | 0.45359237 metric tons |
| 2,500 lb | 1.13398093 metric tons |
| 5,000 lb | 2.26796185 metric tons |
| 7,500 lb | 3.40194278 metric tons |
| 10,000 lb | 4.5359237 metric tons |
| 25,000 lb | 11.33980925 metric tons |
| 50,000 lb | 22.6796185 metric tons |
| 75,000 lb | 34.01942775 metric tons |
| 100,000 lb | 45.359237 metric tons |
| 250,000 lb | 113.3980925 metric tons |
Related Units
This table provides a summary of the Weight or Mass units within their respective measurement systems.
| Unit | Symbol | Measurement System |
|---|---|---|
| ounces | oz | US Customary Units/Imperial System |
| pounds | lbs or lb | US Customary Units/Imperial System |
| stones | st | Imperial System |
| short tons (US tons) | T | US Customary Units |
| long tons (Imperial tons) | long tn | Imperial System |
| nanograms | ng | Metric System |
| micrograms | mcg or μg | Metric System |
| milligrams | mg | Metric System |
| centigrams | cg | Metric System |
| decigrams | dg | Metric System |
| grams | g | Metric System |
| decagrams | dag or dkg | Metric System |
| hectograms | hg | Metric System |
| kilograms | kg | Metric System |
| metric tons (tonnes) | t | Metric System |
| gigagrams | Gg | Metric System |
| teragrams | Tg | Metric System |
Note: For Weight and Mass conversions, US Customary Units and the Imperial System are equivalent.
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