Convert US Ton to Metric Ton
Use this free converter to change us tons (ton) into metric tons (t). Us ton and metric ton both measure weight & mass. As a quick reference, 1 ton equals 0.90718474 t, and 1 t equals 1.1023113 ton.
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Metric Ton (t)
0.90718474
1 ton = 0.90718474 t
Weight & Mass conversion table
| US Ton | Metric Ton |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.0090718474 |
| 0.1 | 0.090718474 |
| 0.5 | 0.45359237 |
| 1 | 0.90718474 |
| 2 | 1.8143695 |
| 3 | 2.7215542 |
| 5 | 4.5359237 |
| 10 | 9.0718474 |
| 20 | 18.143695 |
| 25 | 22.679619 |
| 50 | 45.359237 |
| 100 | 90.718474 |
| 1,000 | 907.18474 |
How to convert US Ton to Metric Ton
Multiply the us ton value by 0.90718474 to get metric tons.
- Enter the number of us tons you want to convert.
- The converter instantly shows the equivalent value in metric tons.
- Worked example: 15 ton × 0.90718474 = 13.607771 t.
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion (metric ton to us ton).
About these units
US Ton (ton)
- Definition
- A US ton (short ton) equals 2,000 pounds, or about 907.18 kilograms.
- History
- It became the standard "ton" in the United States as the country adopted the avoirdupois pound.
- Current use
- Short tons measure freight, mining output, and bulk goods in the United States.
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 us ton?
There are 0.90718474 t in 1 ton. To convert, multiply the number of us tons by 0.90718474.
How do I convert us tons to metric tons?
Multiply the us ton value by 0.90718474 to get metric tons. For example, 10 ton = 9.0718474 t.
Is this us ton-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 US Ton to other weight & mass units
| Unit | 1 US Ton equals |
|---|---|
| Kilogram (kg) | 907.18474 kg |
| Gram (g) | 907184.74 g |
| Milligram (mg) | 907184740 mg |
| Microgram (µg) | 907184740000 µg |
| Metric Ton (t) | 0.90718474 t |
| Pound (lb) | 2000 lb |
| Ounce (oz) | 32000 oz |
| Stone (st) | 142.85714 st |
| Imperial Ton (long ton) | 0.89285714 long ton |
| Carat (ct) | 4535923.7 ct |