Convert pounds to US short tons instantly using the exact factor, where one short ton is 2000 pounds, so dividing pounds by 2000 gives you tons. This conversion is handy for freight, bulk materials, and vehicle load ratings when a weight is listed in pounds but you want the tidier ton figure. Type any number of pounds and the ton value updates live as you type, carried to several decimals so small loads still read clearly. Keep in mind this uses the US short ton of 2000 pounds, not the UK long ton of 2240 pounds or the metric tonne of roughly 2204.6 pounds, so choose the unit that matches your source. It all runs free and instant in your browser, meaning your figures stay private and the converter keeps working offline once the page has loaded.