Conversion

Kilograms to Metric Tons Converter

1 kilogram = 0.001 t. Enter any value to convert kilograms (kg) to metric tons (t), or use the table below for common values.

Results

1 kg =0.001 tkilograms → metric tons
1 kg0.001 t
1 t1,000 kg
Formula
t = kg × 0.001
1 kg in other units
1 kg in other units
UnitValue
milligrams (mg)1,000,000
grams (g)1,000
metric tons (t)0.001
ounces (oz)35.27396195
pounds (lb)2.204622622
stone (st)0.1574730444

Formula

t = kg × 0.001

Example: 10 kg = 0.01 t. To convert the other way, use kg = t × 1,000.

Kilograms to Metric Tons conversion table

Kilograms (kg)Metric Tons (t)
1 kg0.001 t
2 kg0.002 t
3 kg0.003 t
4 kg0.004 t
5 kg0.005 t
6 kg0.006 t
7 kg0.007 t
8 kg0.008 t
9 kg0.009 t
10 kg0.01 t
15 kg0.015 t
20 kg0.02 t
25 kg0.025 t
30 kg0.03 t
40 kg0.04 t
50 kg0.05 t
75 kg0.075 t
100 kg0.1 t
250 kg0.25 t
500 kg0.5 t
1,000 kg1 t

About kilograms and metric tons

The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass, defined since 2019 by the Planck constant. Body weight and most goods are measured in kilograms worldwide.

The metric ton (tonne) is 1,000 kilograms. It is used for vehicles, freight, harvests and emissions. It is lighter than the imperial long ton (1,016 kg) and heavier than the US short ton (907 kg).

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Frequently asked questions

How do I convert kilograms to metric tons?

Use the formula t = kg × 0.001. For example, 10 kg = 0.01 t.

What is 1 kilogram in metric tons?

1 kg = 0.001 t.

How do I convert metric tons back to kilograms?

Use kg = t × 1,000. 1 t = 1,000 kg.