Convert Troy Pounds to Short Tons
Convert Troy Pounds (lb t) to Short Tons (ton) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
ton = lb t × 0.0004114285714
About Troy Pounds
A troy pound (lb t) equals 12 troy ounces or 5,760 grains - approximately 373.24 grams. It is lighter than the common avoirdupois pound (453.59 g) because the troy system divides the pound into 12 ounces rather than 16. Historically used across Europe for trade in precious metals and pharmaceuticals, the troy pound was the legal standard in England from the 15th century until 1878. In the United States, the troy pound was once the official standard for coinage but was abolished for commercial use in 1828.
About Short Tons
A short ton (also known as a US ton) equals exactly 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.185 kg. It is the standard ton in the United States for coal, scrap metal, aggregate, freight, and agricultural commodities. US electricity, energy, and mining production statistics are reported in short tons or millions of short tons (MMst). American trucking weight limits, rail car capacities, and bulk cargo specifications use short tons. When Americans refer to a 'ton' without qualification, they almost always mean the short ton.
Quick Reference Table
| Troy Pounds (lb t) | Short Tons (ton) |
|---|---|
| 1 lb t | 0.000411429 ton |
| 2 lb t | 0.000822857 ton |
| 5 lb t | 0.00205714 ton |
| 10 lb t | 0.00411429 ton |
| 25 lb t | 0.0102857 ton |
| 50 lb t | 0.0205714 ton |
| 100 lb t | 0.0411429 ton |