Convert kilograms to metric tons
Converting kilograms to metric tons is a common weight task, whether you are checking a recipe, a spec sheet, a travel distance or a homework problem. Since 1 kg equals 0.001 t, the math is a single multiplication — and this page does it for you instantly, with the formula, a table of common values and answers to the questions people ask most.
Exact factor
How to convert kilograms to metric tons
To convert kilograms to metric tons, multiply the number of kilograms by 0.001. For example, 10 kg × 0.001 = 0.01 t.
t = kg × 0.001
- Write down the value in kilograms you want to convert.
- Multiply it by 0.001 (the exact kg→t factor).
- The result is your value in metric tons. Check it below with the converter or the table.
Conversion table
Common values of kilograms and their equivalents in metric tons:
| kg | t |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.001 |
| 2 | 0.002 |
| 3 | 0.003 |
| 4 | 0.004 |
| 5 | 0.005 |
| 10 | 0.01 |
| 20 | 0.02 |
| 25 | 0.025 |
| 50 | 0.05 |
| 100 | 0.1 |
| 250 | 0.25 |
| 500 | 0.5 |
About these units
Kilogram (kg). The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass, defined by fixing Planck's constant since 2019. It is the everyday standard for body weight, groceries and cargo worldwide.
Metric Ton (t). A metric ton (tonne) equals 1,000 kilograms, the standard large-mass unit in the metric system. Freight, vehicles and industrial output are measured in tonnes.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert kilograms to metric tons?
To convert kilograms to metric tons, multiply the number of kilograms by 0.001. For example, 10 kg × 0.001 = 0.01 t. Or skip the math: type the value into the converter at the top of this page and the result updates instantly.
How many metric tons are in 1 kilogram?
1 kg = 0.001 t. That is the fixed relationship used by this converter and by international standards.
How many kilograms are in 1 metric ton?
1 t = 1,000 kg. If you are converting in the opposite direction, use our Metric Ton to Kilogram converter for the dedicated table and FAQ.
Is the kilograms to metric tons conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by international agreement, so the factor of 0.001 is exact. Displayed results are rounded to 6 significant digits only for readability.
What is kilogram used for?
The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass, defined by fixing Planck's constant since 2019. It is the everyday standard for body weight, groceries and cargo worldwide.