What is 3500 lbs in tons?

To convert pounds to tons, you can divide the number of pounds by 2,000 (since 1 ton = 2,000 lbs).

So, for 3500 lbs:

35002000=1.75 tons

Therefore, 3500 lbs is equal to 1.75 tons.

Understanding the Conversion

1. Pounds (lbs) and Tons:
   • In the United States, a ton (specifically the “short ton”) is defined as 2,000 pounds.
   • Therefore, to convert pounds into tons, you divide the number of pounds by 2,000.
2. The Conversion Process:
   • You have 3,500 pounds and you want to convert it into tons. The formula to use is:

Tons=2000Pounds

3 Substitute the Values:

• Substitute 3,500 for pounds:

Tons=20003500​=1.75 tons

Summary

• 3,500 pounds = 1.75 tons
• Formula: 3500 lbs2000=1.75 tons20003500lbs​=1.75tons

This means that 3,500 lbs is the same weight as 1.75 tons.