How to convert metric tons to kilograms
- Type the value you want to convert.
- The result appears instantly. Use Swap units to reverse the direction.
- Choose other units from the lists if you need a different conversion.
Formula
kg = t × 1,000 and t = kg × 0.001.
Examples
0.5 t = 500 kg. 2 t = 2,000 kg. 10 t = 10,000 kg.
Quick reference table
| t | kg |
|---|---|
| 0.001 t | 1 kg |
| 0.01 t | 10 kg |
| 0.1 t | 100 kg |
| 0.5 t | 500 kg |
| 1 t | 1,000 kg |
| 2 t | 2,000 kg |
| 5 t | 5,000 kg |
| 10 t | 10,000 kg |
| 25 t | 25,000 kg |
| 100 t | 100,000 kg |
And the other way: kg to t
| kg | t |
|---|---|
| 1 kg | 0.001 t |
| 5 kg | 0.005 t |
| 10 kg | 0.01 t |
| 25 kg | 0.025 t |
| 50 kg | 0.05 t |
| 100 kg | 0.1 t |
When you need this conversion
A metric ton (tonne) is 1,000 kg and is used for freight, cargo, grain, steel and vehicle weights. Do not confuse it with the US short ton (2,000 lb) or the UK long ton (2,240 lb), which are different. This page converts metric tons.
Frequently asked questions
How many kg is 1 t?
1 t equals 1,000 kg. In the other direction, 1 kg equals 0.001 t.
Is a metric ton the same as a US ton?
No. A metric ton is 1,000 kg, while a US (short) ton is 2,000 lb, about 907.18 kg. The UK long ton is 2,240 lb, about 1,016.05 kg.
What is the formula to convert metric tons to kilograms?
Multiply the number of t by 1,000 to get kg. To go back, multiply kg by 0.001.
Is this converter free and private?
Yes. It is free, needs no sign-up and runs in your browser, so the numbers you enter are not sent anywhere.
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Last updated: November 6, 2026