Convert metric tons to kilograms
Metric ton (t) to kilogram (kg). One metric ton equals 1000 kilograms.
Formula
Metric ton to kilogram conversion table
| Metric tons | Kilograms | Kilograms | Metric tons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 t | 1000 kg | 1 kg | 0.001 t |
| 2 t | 2000 kg | 2 kg | 0.002 t |
| 3 t | 3000 kg | 3 kg | 0.003 t |
| 5 t | 5000 kg | 5 kg | 0.005 t |
| 10 t | 10000 kg | 10 kg | 0.01 t |
| 20 t | 20000 kg | 20 kg | 0.02 t |
| 50 t | 50000 kg | 50 kg | 0.05 t |
| 100 t | 100000 kg | 100 kg | 0.1 t |
| 500 t | 500000 kg | 500 kg | 0.5 t |
| 1000 t | 1000000 kg | 1000 kg | 1 t |
To convert metric tons to kilograms, multiply the number of metric tons by 1000. One metric ton equals 1000 kilograms, and one kilogram equals 0.001 metric tons, so the relationship is fixed and exact. As a worked example, 10 t comes to 10000 kg. 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 metric ton values already worked out in kilograms, plus the reverse kilogram to metric ton direction, which is handy for quick reference or double-checking a result by hand.
Frequently asked questions
How many kilograms are in a metric ton?
One metric ton equals 1000 kilograms. The ratio is constant, so you can multiply any number of metric tons by 1000 to get kilograms.
What is the formula to convert metric tons to kilograms?
Use kilograms = metric tons × 1000. UnitGlide applies this exact formula for every value, so results stay accurate across the whole range.
How do I convert kilograms back to metric tons?
Go the other way by using one kilogram equals 0.001 metric tons. You can also press the swap button in the converter above to flip the direction in one click.
Is this metric ton to kilogram 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.