Convert pounds to short tons and short tons to pounds instantly. Bidirectional weight converter with formula and common values.
To convert pounds to short tons, divide by 2,000. One short ton (US ton) contains exactly 2,000 pounds.
| Pounds | Short Tons |
|---|---|
| 500 | 0.25 |
| 1,000 | 0.5 |
| 2,000 | 1 |
| 3,000 | 1.5 |
| 4,500 | 2.25 |
| 10,000 | 5 |
| 50,000 | 25 |
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One pound equals 0.0005 short tons (1/2,000 of a ton).
Divide the number of pounds by 2,000. For example, 4,500 lbs ÷ 2,000 = 2.25 tons.
Exactly 2,000 pounds make one short ton.
Short tons are commonly used in the United States for measuring bulk materials, vehicle weights, and cargo.