Pound-Force Foot to Ton-Force (Short) Meter Conversion

Convert between Pound-Force Foot and Ton-Force (Short) Meter quickly and accurately.

From Pound-Force Foot

lbf·ft

To Ton-Force (Short) Meter

tf·m (short)

How to Convert Pound-Force Foot to Ton-Force (Short) Meter

Conversion Formula

1 lbf·ft = 0 tf·m (short)

1 tf·m (short) = 6561.667 lbf·ft

Example

Convert 15 lbf·ft to tf·m (short):

15 lbf·ft = 15 × 0 tf·m (short) = 0.002 tf·m (short)

Unit Information

Learn about the moment of force units you're converting between

Pound-Force Foot

lbf·ft

Definition

The pound-force foot (lbf·ft) is a unit of moment of force based on the gravitational force of one pound and foot. It is commonly used in American engineering applications for measuring torques and moments.

History/Origin

This unit is based on the gravitational force of one pound and foot, providing a measure for moment of force in American engineering and construction applications using imperial units.

Current Use

Widely used in American engineering, automotive, and construction applications for measuring torques, bending moments, and rotational forces in engines, machinery, and structural systems.

Multiplier

1.356

Offset

Ton-Force (Short) Meter

tf·m (short)

Definition

The ton-force (short) meter is a unit of moment of force based on the short ton (2000 pounds) and meter. It is commonly used in American engineering applications for measuring large torques and moments.

History/Origin

This unit combines the short ton (US customary unit) with the meter (SI unit), providing a measure for large moment of force values in American engineering and construction applications.

Current Use

Used in American engineering, construction, and heavy machinery for measuring large torques, bending moments, and rotational forces in structural applications and industrial equipment.

Multiplier

8896.44

Offset