Converter group
Common Converters
Force Converter
Result
... Pound-force = ... Ton-force (metric)
Find the units to convert
Pound-force to Ton-force (metric) Converter
Use this page to convert pound-force values into ton-force (metric), with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 lbf = 0.00045359237 tf
1 tf = 2,204.62262184878 lbf
Example: 10 lbf = 0.0045359237 tf
Pound-force
A pound-force is represented in this converter as 4.448221615261 newtons.
History: Pound-force comes from English engineering and US customary force systems.
Current use: Pound-force is used in mechanical engineering, fasteners, thrust, and load ratings.
Also written as lbf, pound force, pounds force.
Ton-force (metric)
A metric ton-force is represented in this converter as 9,806.65 newtons.
History: It extends kilogram-force concepts to metric-ton-sized loads.
Current use: Metric ton-force is used for heavy load comparisons and legacy engineering references.
Also written as tf, metric ton-force, ton force, tonnes force.
Pound-force to Ton-force (metric) table
| Pound-force [lbf] | Ton-force (metric) [tf] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 lbf | 0.0000045359237 tf |
| 0.1 lbf | 0.000045359237 tf |
| 1 lbf | 0.00045359237 tf |
| 2 lbf | 0.00090718474 tf |
| 5 lbf | 0.00226796185 tf |
| 10 lbf | 0.0045359237 tf |
| 20 lbf | 0.0090718474 tf |
| 50 lbf | 0.0226796185 tf |
| 100 lbf | 0.045359237 tf |
Frequently asked questions
How many Ton-force (metric) (tf) are in one Pound-force (lbf)?
One Pound-force equals 0.00045359237 Ton-force (metric).
How do you convert Pound-force to Ton-force (metric)?
Multiply the Pound-force value by 0.00045359237 to get the result in Ton-force (metric).
How do you convert Ton-force (metric) back to Pound-force?
Multiply the Ton-force (metric) value by 2,204.62262184878 to get back to Pound-force.
What is 10 Pound-force in Ton-force (metric)?
10 Pound-force equals 0.0045359237 Ton-force (metric).