Convert Kilogram to Metric Ton
Use this free converter to change kilograms (kg) into metric tons (t). Kilogram and metric ton both measure weight & mass. As a quick reference, 1 kg equals 0.001 t, and 1 t equals 1000 kg.
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Metric Ton (t)
0.001
1 kg = 0.001 t
Weight & Mass conversion table
| Kilogram | Metric Ton |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.00001 |
| 0.1 | 0.0001 |
| 0.5 | 0.0005 |
| 1 | 0.001 |
| 2 | 0.002 |
| 3 | 0.003 |
| 5 | 0.005 |
| 10 | 0.01 |
| 20 | 0.02 |
| 25 | 0.025 |
| 50 | 0.05 |
| 100 | 0.1 |
| 1,000 | 1 |
How to convert Kilogram to Metric Ton
Multiply the kilogram value by 0.001 to get metric tons.
- Enter the number of kilograms you want to convert.
- The converter instantly shows the equivalent value in metric tons.
- Worked example: 15 kg × 0.001 = 0.015 t.
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion (metric ton to kilogram).
About these units
Kilogram (kg)
- Definition
- The kilogram (kg) is the SI base unit of mass, defined since 2019 by fixing the value of the Planck constant.
- History
- It was originally the mass of one liter of water, then a platinum-iridium cylinder kept near Paris until the 2019 redefinition.
- Current use
- The kilogram is the global standard for weighing goods, people, and ingredients in science and commerce.
Metric Ton (t)
- Definition
- A metric ton or tonne (t) equals 1,000 kilograms and is the metric unit for large masses.
- History
- It was adopted with the metric system as a convenient multiple of the kilogram.
- Current use
- Metric tons quantify cargo, industrial materials, vehicle weights, and carbon emissions.
Frequently asked questions
How many metric tons are in a kilogram?
There are 0.001 t in 1 kg. To convert, multiply the number of kilograms by 0.001.
How do I convert kilograms to metric tons?
Multiply the kilogram value by 0.001 to get metric tons. For example, 10 kg = 0.01 t.
Is this kilogram-to-metric ton converter free?
Yes. This converter is completely free, runs entirely in your browser, and requires no sign-up. Your inputs never leave your device.
Convert Kilogram to other weight & mass units
| Unit | 1 Kilogram equals |
|---|---|
| Gram (g) | 1000 g |
| Milligram (mg) | 1000000 mg |
| Microgram (µg) | 1000000000 µg |
| Metric Ton (t) | 0.001 t |
| Pound (lb) | 2.2046226 lb |
| Ounce (oz) | 35.273962 oz |
| Stone (st) | 0.15747304 st |
| US Ton (ton) | 0.0011023113 ton |
| Imperial Ton (long ton) | 0.00098420653 long ton |
| Carat (ct) | 5000 ct |