How Many Pounds in a Ton?

There are 2,000 pounds in a short ton (used in the U.S.) and 2,240 pounds in a long ton (used in the UK). A metric ton equals 2,204.62 pounds.
 
There are 2,000 pounds in a US ton (also called a short ton). This measurement is used primarily in the United States. A ton is a unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds, helping measure heavy objects or materials.
 
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