Kilogram to Metric ton
Convert Kilogram to Metric ton instantly. Free online astronomy unit converter with exact formula, conversion table and FAQ.
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Formula
metric ton = kilogram × 0.001
kilogram = metric ton × 1000
Conversion table
| 1 kg | 0.001 t |
| 5 kg | 0.005 t |
| 10 kg | 0.01 t |
| 20 kg | 0.02 t |
| 50 kg | 0.05 t |
| 100 kg | 0.1 t |
| 500 kg | 0.5 t |
| 1,000 kg | 1 t |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the kilogram (kg). The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass.
What is the destination unit in this conversion?
The destination unit is the metric ton (t). A metric ton (tonne) is equal to 1,000 kilograms.
How do I convert kilogram to metric ton?
Multiply the kilogram value by 0.001. For example, 10 kg × 0.001 = 0.01 t.
Is the kilogram to metric ton conversion exact?
Yes. Both units have a fixed, defined relationship to the astronomy converter's mass base unit, so the conversion factor is exact rather than a measured approximation.
Where is this conversion commonly used?
It's used in astronomy, physics, and space science whenever a mass value expressed in kilogram needs to be compared with, or reported in, metric ton.
Can I convert metric ton back to kilogram?
Yes. Multiply the metric ton value by 1000 to get kilogram.
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About this conversion
This page converts kilogram (kg) to metric ton (t) within the astronomy converter.
The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass.
A metric ton (tonne) is equal to 1,000 kilograms.
The formula is metric ton = kilogram × 0.001, based on each unit's fixed relationship to the astronomy converter's mass base unit.
The conversion is exact, since it relies on a fixed numerical ratio between the two units rather than a measured or approximate value.
Use the calculator above for instant results, or the table below for common kilogram values already converted to metric ton.