How to convert kilograms to metric tons
Kilograms and Metric Tons both measure weight, so converting is a single multiplication. One kg equals 0.001 t, so you multiply your kilograms value by 0.001.
Formula: metric tons = kilograms × 0.001. For example, 10 kg = 0.01 t.
Kilograms to Metric Tons conversion table
| Kilograms (kg) | Metric Tons (t) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.001 |
| 2 | 0.002 |
| 5 | 0.005 |
| 10 | 0.01 |
| 25 | 0.025 |
| 50 | 0.05 |
| 100 | 0.1 |
| 1,000 | 1 |
Kilograms and Metric Tons explained
Kilograms (kg): One thousand grams, the SI base unit of mass and the everyday metric weight.
Metric Tons (t): One thousand kilograms (a tonne), used for cargo, vehicles and bulk goods.
When you'd convert kilograms to metric tons
You'll convert kilograms to metric tons whenever a measurement is given in one unit but you need it in the other — comparing kilograms and metric tons figures across regions, following a recipe or spec, or double-checking a number. Because 1 kg is exactly 0.001 t, the result is precise every time.
Frequently asked questions
How many metric tons are in a kilogram?
One kg equals 0.001 t. Multiply your kilograms figure by 0.001 to get metric tons.
What is the formula to convert kilograms to metric tons?
metric tons = kilograms × 0.001. The factor 0.001 is exact.
What is 2 kilograms in metric tons?
2 kg = 0.002 t. You can enter any value in the converter above to get an instant result.
Is this Kilograms to Metric Tons converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the standard conversion factor (1 kg = 0.001 t) defined by BIPM — SI Brochure (definition of the kilogram), so results are exact to several decimal places.