Online calculator to convert metric tons to pounds (t to lb) 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 metric tons and pounds.
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.
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.
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 metric tons to lb is:
lb = metric tons ÷ 0.00045359237
Conversion Example
Next, let's look at an example showing the work and calculations that are involved in converting from metric tons to pounds (t to lb).
Metric Ton to Pound Conversion Example
Task: Convert 7.5 metric tons to pounds (show work) Formula: metric tons ÷ 0.00045359237 = lb Calculations: 7.5 metric tons ÷ 0.00045359237 = 16,534.66966387 lb Result: 7.5 metric tons is equal to 16,534.66966387 lb
Conversion Table
For quick reference purposes, below is a conversion table that you can use to convert from metric tons to lb.
Metric Tons to Pounds Conversion Chart
| metric tons (t) | pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 metric tons | 2,204.62262185 lb |
| 2 metric tons | 4,409.2452437 lb |
| 3 metric tons | 6,613.86786555 lb |
| 4 metric tons | 8,818.4904874 lb |
| 5 metric tons | 11,023.11310924 lb |
| 6 metric tons | 13,227.73573109 lb |
| 7 metric tons | 15,432.35835294 lb |
| 8 metric tons | 17,636.98097479 lb |
| 9 metric tons | 19,841.60359664 lb |
| 10 metric tons | 22,046.22621849 lb |
| 20 metric tons | 44,092.45243698 lb |
| 30 metric tons | 66,138.67865546 lb |
| 40 metric tons | 88,184.90487395 lb |
| 50 metric tons | 110,231.13109244 lb |
| 75 metric tons | 165,346.69663866 lb |
| 100 metric tons | 220,462.26218488 lb |
| 250 metric tons | 551,155.65546219 lb |
| 500 metric tons | 1,102,311.31092439 lb |
| 750 metric tons | 1,653,466.96638658 lb |
| 1,000 metric tons | 2,204,622.62184878 lb |
| 2,500 metric tons | 5,511,556.55462194 lb |
| 5,000 metric tons | 11,023,113.10924388 lb |
| 7,500 metric tons | 16,534,669.66386582 lb |
| 10,000 metric tons | 22,046,226.21848776 lb |
| 25,000 metric tons | 55,115,565.5462194 lb |
| 50,000 metric tons | 110,231,131.09243879 lb |
| 75,000 metric tons | 165,346,696.63865819 lb |
| 100,000 metric tons | 220,462,262.18487758 lb |
| 250,000 metric tons | 551,155,655.46219395 lb |
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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