The short ton, often known simply as ton or American ton, is a unit of mass that is mainly used in the USA. It corresponds to 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.185 kilograms. It is also known as the US ton.

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Short ton in pounds

One of the most common conversions with the short ton is to pounds (lb). One short ton equals 2,000 pounds.

Short ton to kilogram

To convert short tons to kilograms, use the conversion factor from pounds to kilograms. One short ton is therefore equal to 907.185 kilograms.

Short ton to long ton

The long ton, also known as the British ton, is mainly used in the United Kingdom and is heavier than the short ton (American ton). One short ton is equal to 0.8929 long tons.

Short ton to metric ton

The metric ton (t) is the unit used in most other countries. One short ton is equal to 0.9072 metric tons.

Short ton in ounces

Sometimes it can be useful to convert the short ton into ounces (oz). One short ton is 32,000 ounces.

Conclusion

Converting short tons to other units is an essential process, especially for professionals working in international industries. It is important to know and understand the differences between the various 'tons' - short ton, long ton and metric ton - to avoid confusion or potential errors when converting

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