Convert pounds to metric tons

1 lb = 0.00045359 t. Change the amount below, or read the formula and the reference table further down.

1 pound equals

0.00045359metric tons

1 lb = 0.00045359 t

The formula

Pounds and metric tons both measure weight & mass from the same zero, so a single multiplier does the job.

t = lb × 0.0004535924

Going the other way? Convert metric tons to pounds.

Pounds to metric tons table

Common values, rounded for reading.

Pounds (lb)Metric tons (t)
10.000454
20.000907
30.001361
40.001814
50.002268
60.002722
70.003175
80.003629
90.004082
100.004536
150.006804
200.009072
250.01134
300.013608
400.018144
500.02268
750.034019
1000.045359
2500.113398
5000.226796
1,0000.453592

Questions people ask

How many metric tons are in a pound?
One pound equals 0.0004535924 metric tons.
How do I convert pounds to metric tons by hand?
Multiply the number of pounds by 0.0004535924. For a rough check, 0 is close enough for most everyday use.
What is 1 pound in metric tons?
1 pound is 0.00045359 metric tons.

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