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Convert pounds into tonnes (Pounds to Metric Tonnes)

Convert lbs to tonnes instantly (Pounds to Metric Tonnes). 1 lb = 0.00045359237 t.

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lb to t conversion table

PoundsMetric tonnes
1 lb0.00045359237 t
2 lb0.00090718474 t
5 lb0.0022679619 t
10 lb0.0045359237 t
25 lb0.011339809 t
50 lb0.022679619 t
100 lb0.045359237 t
1000 lb0.45359237 t

Formula

t = lb × 0.00045359237

Worked example

25 lb × 0.00045359237 = 0.01133980925 t

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  • 100 lb to t

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    0.00453592 t. Open the full lbs to tonnes converter.

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  • 1 t to lb

    2204.62 lb. Open the full tonnes to lbs converter.

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About pounds and metric tonnes

Pound (lb)

The avoirdupois pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms. It is used for body weight, groceries and shipping in the US and UK.

Metric tonne (t)

A metric tonne is 1,000 kilograms. It is used for freight, bulk materials and industrial output. It differs from the US short ton.

Both are units of mass; the base unit used internally is kg.

Notes

lb to t FAQs

How do I convert pounds to metric tonnes?

Multiply the number of pounds by 0.00045359237 to get metric tonnes. For example, 25 lb × 0.00045359237 = 0.0113398 t.

How many metric tonnes are in one pound?

1 lb = 0.00045359237 t and 1 t = 2204.622622 lb. To go the other way, use the metric tonnes to pounds converter.

How many metric tonnes are in 80000 pounds?

80000 lb = 36.2874 t, rounded to 6 significant digits. Change the value in the converter above for any other amount.

Is the lb to t conversion exact?

Yes. The factor 0.00045359237 follows directly from the unit definitions (The avoirdupois pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms; a metric tonne is 1,000 kilograms), so the only rounding is in the digits you choose to display.

What is the difference between pounds and metric tonnes?

The avoirdupois pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms. It is used for body weight, groceries and shipping in the US and UK. A metric tonne is 1,000 kilograms. It is used for freight, bulk materials and industrial output. It differs from the US short ton.

Does this convert weight or mass?

Strictly it converts mass. The pound, ounce and stone here are units of mass, which is what scales and everyday “weight” refer to on Earth. Pound-force and other units of force are different and are not handled by this converter.

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Guide

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