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Tonnes to lbs Converter (Metric Tons to Pounds)

1 metric ton = 2,204.622622 pounds. To convert t to lb, multiply by 2,204.622622.

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100 t = 220,462.262 lb

= 220,462 lb 4.2 oz

1 t
2,204.6226 lb
1 lb
0.0004536 t
10 t
22,046.2262 lb
100 t
220,462.2622 lb

How to convert Tonnes to lbs

1 metric ton equals 2,204.622622 pounds, so the conversion is a single multiplication.

lb = t × 2,204.622622

Example: 150 t × 2,204.622622 = 330,693.393 lb.

About the pound

Pound (lb)

The pound used in the US is the international avoirdupois pound, fixed in 1959 at exactly 0.45359237 kg. Its “lb” symbol comes from the Roman libra. It's the everyday unit for body weight, groceries and shipping in the US.

1 metric ton in every weight unit

Pounds2,204.623 lb
Kilograms1,000 kg
Grams1,000,000 g
Ounces35,273.962 oz
Stone157.473 st
Milligrams1,000,000,000 mg
Short Tons (US)1.102 ton
Long Tons (UK)0.9842 LT
Carats5,000,000 ct
Grains15,432,358.353 gr
Troy Ounces32,150.747 oz t
Troy Pounds2,679.229 lb t
Pennyweights643,014.931 dwt
Micrograms1,000,000,000,000 µg
Slugs68.522 slug
Hundredweight (US)22.046 US cwt
Hundredweight (UK)19.684 UK cwt

Quick answers

Tonnes to lbs FAQ

How many pounds are in a metric ton?

1 metric ton = 2,204.622622 pounds.

How many metric tons are in a pound?

1 pound = 0.00045359237 metric tons.

How do I convert t to lb?

Use lb = t × 2,204.622622. For example, 10 t = 22,046.226 lb.

Can I print this Tonnes to lbs chart?

Yes. Use "Print / Save PDF" next to the converter for a one-page chart, or "Download CSV" to open it in Excel or Google Sheets.