Weight Converter
Convert between pounds, kilograms, tons, and hundredweight for freight shipping
Weight Converter
Converted to all units:
Pounds (lbs)
1,000
Kilograms (kg)
453.5929
Short Tons (US)
0.5
Metric Tons
0.453593
Hundredweight (CWT)
10
Ounces (oz)
16,000
Long Tons (UK)
0.446429
Freight Weight Units Reference
| Unit | Equals | Common Use |
|---|---|---|
| Pound (lb) | 0.4536 kg | US domestic freight, LTL shipments |
| Kilogram (kg) | 2.205 lbs | International shipping, air freight |
| Short Ton (US) | 2,000 lbs | US truckload freight, bulk commodities |
| Metric Ton | 2,204.62 lbs / 1,000 kg | International ocean freight, global trade |
| Long Ton (UK) | 2,240 lbs | British shipping, some commodities |
| Hundredweight (CWT) | 100 lbs | LTL pricing, agricultural commodities |
About This Weight Converter
This shipping weight converter helps freight professionals quickly convert between different weight units used in domestic and international shipping. Whether you're calculating LTL rates in hundredweight (CWT), converting kilograms for international shipments, or working with bulk commodities in tons, this tool provides instant conversions.
Key features:
- Convert between 7 freight-relevant weight units
- See all conversions at once — no need to convert one at a time
- Copy any value with one click
- Freight-focused units: pounds, kilograms, short tons, metric tons, and CWT
Understanding weight conversions is critical for accurate freight quoting. LTL carriers often price by hundredweight (CWT), while international shipments use kilograms and metric tons. Using the wrong unit can lead to billing discrepancies and unexpected charges.
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