Converting from Pound (lbs) to Ton, long (ton)

What is Pound (lbs)

The pound (lbs) is a unit of weight commonly used in the United States and some other countries. It is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms. The pound symbol, "lbs," comes from the Latin word "libra," which refers to scales or balance. It is a crucial unit for various applications, including personal weight, package shipping, and cooking measurements.

What is Ton, long (ton)

The long ton, often simply referred to as a ton, is a unit of weight that is primarily used in the United Kingdom. One long ton is equivalent to 1,016 kilograms or 2,240 pounds. This unit is often used in heavy industries such as shipping, where large weights need to be measured effectively. The long ton is distinct from the short ton, which is used more commonly in the United States and is equal to 2,000 pounds.

Conversion Formulas

To convert pounds to long tons, you can use the following formula:

Conversely, to convert long tons back to pounds, the formula is:

Examples

Here are some examples to illustrate the conversion between pounds and long tons:

1. Converting 9 lbs to long tons:

   9 lbs=9×0.0004464286=0.004017857 tons

2. Converting 5 lbs to long tons:

   5 lbs=5×0.0004464286=0.002232143 tons

3. Converting 6 lbs to long tons:

   6 lbs=6×0.0004464286=0.002678571 tons

4. Converting 9 tons to pounds:

   9 tons=9×2240=20160 lbs

5. Converting 5 tons to pounds:

   5 tons=5×2240=11200 lbs

6. Converting 6 tons to pounds:

   6 tons=6×2240=13440 lbs

Use this page to perform converting from Pound (lbs) to Ton, long (ton).