Kilograms to Metric Tons Converter

To convert a measurement in kilograms to metric tons, multiply the value by 0.001. The conversion factor comes from the relationship between both units and the kilogram.

For example, to convert 5 kg to metric tons: 5 × 0.001 = 0.005 t.

A kilogram is the SI base unit of mass, equal to 1,000 grams or approximately 2.205 pounds. Originally defined in 1795 as the mass of one liter of water, the kilogram was fixed by a platinum-iridium cylinder from 1889 until 2019, when it was redefined in terms of the Planck constant. It is the only SI base unit whose name carries a prefix.

Common uses of kilograms include: Body weight in most countries; Grocery and produce pricing (price per kg); Shipping and freight weight; Scientific and laboratory mass measurements.

A metric ton (tonne) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms or approximately 2,204.6 pounds. The tonne was adopted as a non-SI unit accepted for use with the SI. It is the standard unit for bulk commodities and industrial output worldwide, spelled 'tonne' in most countries to distinguish it from the US and long tons.

Common uses of metric tons include: Cargo, freight, and shipping weights; Industrial and agricultural production output; Vehicle and machinery mass; Carbon emission accounting (tonnes of CO₂).

Here are some common values converted:

1 kg = 0.001 t 5 kg = 0.005 t 10 kg = 0.01 t 50 kg = 0.05 t 100 kg = 0.1 t