How to Convert Pounds to Metric Tons
To convert pounds to metric tons, divide the value by 2204.62.
The Formula
Metric Tons = Pounds ÷ 2204.62
Key Fact
1 metric ton = 2204.62 pounds
Tip: To convert metric tons back to pounds, multiply by 2204.62.
Pounds to Metric Tons
Convert pounds (lb) to metric tons (t) with formulas, examples, and conversion tables.
lb
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1 lb = 0.000454 t
Full precision:0.00045359 t
Step-by-Step Solution
To convert 1 pounds to metric tons, we divide by 2204.62 because one metric ton equals exactly 2204.62 pounds.
1 metric ton = 2204.62 pounds
Since there are 2204.62 pounds in every metric ton, we divide our value by this factor:
1 ÷ 2204.62 = 0.000454 metric tons
So 1 pounds = 0.000454 metric tons.
Quick check: 0.000454 × 2204.62 = 1 pounds
Example Conversions
Example 1: 1 lb = 0.000454 t
1 ÷ 2204.62 = 0.000454
1 ÷ 2204.62 = 0.000454
Example 2: 5 lb = 0.002268 t
5 ÷ 2204.62 = 0.002268
5 ÷ 2204.62 = 0.002268
Example 3: 10 lb = 0.004536 t
10 ÷ 2204.62 = 0.004536
10 ÷ 2204.62 = 0.004536
Pounds to Metric Tons Table
| Pounds | Metric Tons |
|---|---|
| 1 lb | 0.000454 t |
| 2 lb | 0.000907 t |
| 5 lb | 0.002268 t |
| 10 lb | 0.004536 t |
| 20 lb | 0.009072 t |
| 25 lb | 0.01134 t |
| 50 lb | 0.02268 t |
| 100 lb | 0.045359 t |
| 250 lb | 0.1134 t |
| 500 lb | 0.2268 t |
| 1000 lb | 0.45359 t |
1 Pound in Other Units
| Unit | 1 lb = |
|---|---|
| Pounds to Metric Tons | 0.00045359 t |
| Pounds to kg | 0.45359 kg |
| Pounds to Grams | 453.592 g |
| Pounds to Milligrams | 453592 mg |
| Pounds to Micrograms | 453592000 μg |
| Pounds to Short Tons | 0.0005 ton |
| Pounds to Long Tons | 0.00044643 long ton |
| Pounds to Ounces | 16 oz |
| Pounds to Stones | 0.071429 st |
| Pounds to Carats | 2267.96 ct |
| Pounds to Grains | 7000 gr |
| Pounds to Troy Ounces | 14.5833 oz t |
| Pounds to Troy Pounds | 1.2153 lb t |
| Pounds to Quintals | 0.0045359 q |