How to convert stone to metric tons
To convert a measurement in stone to metric tons, multiply the value by 0.00635029318. The conversion factor comes from the relationship between both units and the kilogram.
For example, to convert 5 st to metric tons: 5 × 0.00635029318 = 0.0317514659 t.
What is a stone?
A stone is a British imperial unit of mass equal to 14 pounds or exactly 6.35029318 kilograms. The stone was historically used across Europe with regionally varying values before Britain standardized it at 14 pounds. It remains in everyday use in the UK and Ireland for body weight despite metrication.
Common uses of stone include: Body weight in the UK and Ireland; Weigh-ins for sports and fitness in Britain; Historical and livestock weight references; Everyday conversational weight in the British Isles.
What is a metric ton?
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).
Stone to metric tons worked examples
Here are some common values converted:
1 st = 0.00635029318 t 5 st = 0.0317514659 t 10 st = 0.0635029318 t 50 st = 0.317514659 t 100 st = 0.635029318 t
Frequently asked questions
How many metric tons are in one stone?
One stone (st) equals 0.00635029318 metric tons (t). Multiply any value in stone by 0.00635029318 to convert to metric tons.
How do I convert stone to metric tons?
Multiply the value in stone by 0.00635029318. For example, 5 st × 0.00635029318 = 0.0317514659 t.
How do I convert metric tons to stone?
Multiply the value in metric tons by 157.473044, or divide by 0.00635029318. Use the swap button on the converter above to reverse the direction.
Is the stone to metric ton conversion exact?
Yes. Since 1959 the international pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kg, so all weight conversions between metric and avoirdupois units use exact factors.
What is the formula for stone to metric tons?
The formula is: t = st × 0.00635029318. This comes from the definition of both units relative to the kilogram.