Convert kilograms to metric tons
Kilogram (kg) to metric ton (t). One kilogram equals 0.001 metric tons.
Formula
Kilogram to metric ton conversion table
| Kilograms | Metric tons | Metric tons | Kilograms |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kg | 0.001 t | 1 t | 1000 kg |
| 2 kg | 0.002 t | 2 t | 2000 kg |
| 3 kg | 0.003 t | 3 t | 3000 kg |
| 5 kg | 0.005 t | 5 t | 5000 kg |
| 10 kg | 0.01 t | 10 t | 10000 kg |
| 20 kg | 0.02 t | 20 t | 20000 kg |
| 50 kg | 0.05 t | 50 t | 50000 kg |
| 100 kg | 0.1 t | 100 t | 100000 kg |
| 500 kg | 0.5 t | 500 t | 500000 kg |
| 1000 kg | 1 t | 1000 t | 1000000 kg |
To convert kilograms to metric tons, divide the number of kilograms by 1000. One kilogram equals 0.001 metric tons, and one metric ton equals 1000 kilograms, so the relationship is fixed and exact. As a worked example, 10 kg comes to 0.01 t. Enter your own figure in the converter above to get an instant answer, or use the swap button to flip the direction. This is a mass conversion, and like every tool on UnitGlide it runs locally in your browser with no account or upload required. The table further down shows a range of common kilogram values already worked out in metric tons, plus the reverse metric ton to kilogram direction, which is handy for quick reference or double-checking a result by hand.
Frequently asked questions
How many metric tons are in a kilogram?
One kilogram equals 0.001 metric tons. The ratio is constant, so you can multiply any number of kilograms by 0.001 to get metric tons.
What is the formula to convert kilograms to metric tons?
Use metric tons = kilograms ÷ 1000. UnitGlide applies this exact formula for every value, so results stay accurate across the whole range.
How do I convert metric tons back to kilograms?
Go the other way by using one metric ton equals 1000 kilograms. You can also press the swap button in the converter above to flip the direction in one click.
Is this kilogram to metric ton converter accurate?
Yes. It uses internationally defined SI conversion factors, as maintained by the BIPM, and all math runs in your browser so nothing is rounded away on a server. For everyday use the displayed precision is more than enough.