Convert pounds to metric tons
Converting pounds to metric tons is a common weight task, whether you are checking a recipe, a spec sheet, a travel distance or a homework problem. Since 1 lb equals 0.000453592 t, the math is a single multiplication — and this page does it for you instantly, with the formula, a table of common values and answers to the questions people ask most.
Exact factor
How to convert pounds to metric tons
To convert pounds to metric tons, multiply the number of pounds by 0.000453592. For example, 10 lb × 0.000453592 = 0.00453592 t.
t = lb × 0.000453592
- Write down the value in pounds you want to convert.
- Multiply it by 0.000453592 (the exact lb→t factor).
- The result is your value in metric tons. Check it below with the converter or the table.
Conversion table
Common values of pounds and their equivalents in metric tons:
| lb | t |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.000453592 |
| 2 | 0.000907185 |
| 3 | 0.00136078 |
| 4 | 0.00181437 |
| 5 | 0.00226796 |
| 10 | 0.00453592 |
| 20 | 0.00907185 |
| 25 | 0.0113398 |
| 50 | 0.0226796 |
| 100 | 0.0453592 |
| 250 | 0.113398 |
| 500 | 0.226796 |
About these units
Pound (lb). The avoirdupois pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms, or 16 ounces. It is the everyday unit of body weight and produce in the United States.
Metric Ton (t). A metric ton (tonne) equals 1,000 kilograms, the standard large-mass unit in the metric system. Freight, vehicles and industrial output are measured in tonnes.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert pounds to metric tons?
To convert pounds to metric tons, multiply the number of pounds by 0.000453592. For example, 10 lb × 0.000453592 = 0.00453592 t. Or skip the math: type the value into the converter at the top of this page and the result updates instantly.
How many metric tons are in 1 pound?
1 lb = 0.000453592 t. That is the fixed relationship used by this converter and by international standards.
How many pounds are in 1 metric ton?
1 t = 2,204.62 lb. If you are converting in the opposite direction, use our Metric Ton to Pound converter for the dedicated table and FAQ.
Is the pounds to metric tons conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by international agreement, so the factor of 0.000453592 is exact. Displayed results are rounded to 6 significant digits only for readability.
What is pound used for?
The avoirdupois pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms, or 16 ounces. It is the everyday unit of body weight and produce in the United States.