Kilograms to Tonnes (kg to t)

Convert kilograms to tonnes (metric tons) instantly. 1 kilogram = 0.001 tonnes (metric tons), so divide the number of kilograms by 1,000. Includes worked examples and a full kg to t table.

How to convert kilograms to tonnes (metric tons)

1 kilogram = 0.001 tonnes (metric tons) and 1 tonne (metric ton) = 1,000 kilograms. To convert kilograms to tonnes (metric tons), divide by 1,000:

t = kg ÷ 1,000

Examples

  • 500 kg ÷ 1,000 = 0.5 t
  • 1,500 kg ÷ 1,000 = 1.5 t
  • 25,000 kg ÷ 1,000 = 25 t

kg to t conversion table

Kilograms (kg)Tonnes (metric tons) (t)
1 kg0.001 t
2 kg0.002 t
3 kg0.003 t
4 kg0.004 t
5 kg0.005 t
6 kg0.006 t
7 kg0.007 t
8 kg0.008 t
9 kg0.009 t
10 kg0.01 t
12 kg0.012 t
15 kg0.015 t
20 kg0.02 t
25 kg0.025 t
30 kg0.03 t
40 kg0.04 t
50 kg0.05 t
60 kg0.06 t
70 kg0.07 t
75 kg0.075 t
80 kg0.08 t
90 kg0.09 t
100 kg0.1 t
150 kg0.15 t
200 kg0.2 t
250 kg0.25 t
500 kg0.5 t
1,000 kg1 t
5,000 kg5 t
10,000 kg10 t

What is a kilogram?

The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass. Since 2019 it has been defined using the Planck constant.

What is a tonne?

A tonne (metric ton) is 1,000 kilograms. It differs from the US short ton (907 kg) and UK long ton (1,016 kg).

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Frequently asked questions

How do I convert kilograms to tonnes (metric tons)?

Divide the value in kilograms by 1,000. 1 kilogram = 0.001 tonnes (metric tons).

How many kilograms are in one tonne (metric ton)?

1 tonne (metric ton) = 1,000 kilograms.

What is 1,500 kg in t?

1,500 kg = 1.5 t.

What is 25,000 kg in t?

25,000 kg = 25 t.