Short tons (ST) to Pounds (lb) Conversion
Short tons
The short ton is a unit of mass equal to exactly 2,000 pounds (approximately 907.185 kilograms), used primarily in the United States for bulk commodities including coal, grain, and steel. It is the standard ton in US commercial and industrial contexts, and appears frequently in shipping, construction, and manufacturing specifications. The short ton is approximately 10.7% lighter than the metric ton (1,000 kg) and 12.5% lighter than the British long ton (2,240 lb).
Pounds
The pound (avoirdupois) is a unit of mass equal to exactly 0.45359237 kilograms, standardised in 1959. It is the primary unit of mass in the US customary and British imperial systems, used for body weight, food packaging, and commercial transactions. The pound is subdivided into 16 ounces. In US engineering, the distinction between pound-mass (lbm) and pound-force (lbf) is a frequent source of calculation errors.
| Short tons (ST) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 ST | 200.00 lb |
| 1 ST | 2,000.00 lb |
| 2 ST | 4,000.00 lb |
| 3 ST | 6,000.00 lb |
| 5 ST | 10,000.00 lb |
| 10 ST | 20,000.00 lb |
| 20 ST | 40,000.00 lb |
| 30 ST | 60,000.00 lb |
| 50 ST | 100,000.00 lb |
| 100 ST | 200,000.00 lb |
| 1000 ST | 2,000,000.00 lb |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many pounds are in 1 short tons?
1 short tons (ST) is exactly 2,000.00 pounds (lb).
How do I convert short tons to pounds?
Multiply the value in short tons by 2,000.00 to get the result in pounds. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.