How Many Pounds in a Ton?

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Pound is a way to measure weight and mass. Ton is also a way to measure weight and mass. Ton measures things that very heavy. There are 2,000 pounds in a short ton. Long ton is 2,240 pounds. You can find more information here: http://fairproxy.com/2007/10/12/pounds-in-a-ton/

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One ton is equal to 2,000 pounds.

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There is more than one type of ton. One short ton is equal to 2000 pounds while a long ton is equal to 2240 pounds. A tonne is equal to 2204.6 pounds.

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