Metric Tons to Kilograms
Convert metric tons, also called tonnes, to kilograms. This calculator does not use the US short ton.
How to convert metric ton to kg
To convert a value from metric tons (metric ton) to kilograms (kg), enter the number in the converter above. Use the swap control if you need the reverse direction.
x is the source value in metric ton; y is the result in kg.
Popular conversions
Quick answers for common metric ton to kg values are available from the related conversion pages.
Use the related tools section for fixed-value conversions and the reverse direction.
Common conversion table
Quick reference table for common metric ton to kg values:
| metric ton | kg |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1,000 |
| 5 | 5,000 |
| 10 | 10,000 |
| 50 | 50,000 |
| 100 | 100,000 |
| 1,000 | 1,000,000 |
About metric tons
Metric ton (metric ton) — One metric ton, also called a tonne, is exactly 1,000 kilograms.
Common uses: Metric tons are used for freight, bulk materials, agricultural commodities, emissions, and industrial reporting. They are not US short tons.
About kilograms
Kilogram (kg) — The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass and is defined through the fixed numerical value of the Planck constant.
Common uses: Kilograms are the everyday metric weight unit for body weight, shipping, food labels, science, and trade.
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