Kg to Tonnes
Convert Kilograms to Metric Tons
"Kg to Tonnes" Calculator
How to Convert Kilograms to Metric Tons
Kilograms to Metric Tons Conversion Formula
To convert kilograms to metric tonnes, use this simple formula:
tonnes = kilograms ÷ 1000
One metric tonne is defined as exactly 1000 kilograms. Note this is the metric tonne, not the US short ton (2000 lbs ≈ 907 kg) or the UK long ton (2240 lbs ≈ 1016 kg).
Step-by-Step Weight Conversion Guide
- Take your weight in kilograms
- Divide it by 1000 (the number of kilograms in one tonne)
- Get your result in metric tonnes
Common Kilograms to Metric Tons Conversions
Practical Applications of Kg to Tonnes Converter
- Freight & logistics: Container and truck loads planned in tonnes, weighed in kilograms
- Construction: Steel, concrete and aggregate ordered by the tonne
- Agriculture: Crop yields and fertiliser reported in metric tonnes
- Industry: Raw-material and production figures rolled up from kilograms to tonnes
- Recycling: Waste and scrap tonnages aggregated from kilogram weigh-ins
About the Kilogram and Metric Tonne
The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass, and the metric tonne (symbol "t") is 1000 kilograms. The tonne is a non-SI unit accepted for use with the SI. It should not be confused with the US short ton (2000 lbs) or the imperial long ton (2240 lbs), which are lighter and heavier respectively.
Quick Conversion Tips
No math is really needed: divide by 1000 = move the decimal point three places to the left. 2500 kg → 2.5 t; 750 kg → 0.75 t; 100 kg → 0.1 t. Going back is just as easy — move it three places to the right.
See Also
- Kg to Lbs - Convert Kilograms to Pounds
- Lbs to Kg - Convert Pounds to Kilograms
- Grams to Ounces - Convert Grams to Ounces
- Oz to Grams - Convert Ounces to Grams
- Oz to Lbs - Convert Ounces to Pounds
- Lbs to Oz - Convert Pounds to Ounces
- Grams to Pounds - Convert Grams to Pounds
- Pounds to Grams - Convert Pounds to Grams
- Grams to Kg - Convert Grams to Kilograms
- Kg to Grams - Convert Kilograms to Grams
- Tons to Lbs - Convert Tons to Pounds
- Lbs to Tons - Convert Pounds to Tons
- Mg to G - Convert Milligrams to Grams
- G to Mg - Convert Grams to Milligrams
- Mg to Mcg - Convert Milligrams to Micrograms
- Mcg to Mg - Convert Micrograms to Milligrams
- Oz to Kg - Convert Ounces to Kilograms
- Kg to Oz - Convert Kilograms to Ounces
- Tonnes to Kg - Convert Metric Tons to Kilograms
- Lbs to Stone - Convert Pounds to Stones
- Stone to Lbs - Convert Stones to Pounds
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Last Results
936 kg to tonnes - 936 kg = 0.936 metric tonnes
587 kg to tonnes - 587 kg = 0.587 metric tonnes
12 kg to tonnes - 12 kg = 0.012 metric tonnes
299 kg to tonnes - 299 kg = 0.299 metric tonnes
75 kg to tonnes - 75 kg = 0.075 metric tonnes
602 kg to tonnes - 602 kg = 0.602 metric tonnes
726 kg to tonnes - 726 kg = 0.726 metric tonnes
730 kg to tonnes - 730 kg = 0.73 metric tonnes
3 kg to tonnes - 3 kg = 0.003 metric tonnes
650 kg to tonnes - 650 kg = 0.65 metric tonnes
743 kg to tonnes - 743 kg = 0.743 metric tonnes
367 kg to tonnes - 367 kg = 0.367 metric tonnes
277 kg to tonnes - 277 kg = 0.277 metric tonnes
600 kg to tonnes - 600 kg = 0.6 metric tonnes
141 kg to tonnes - 141 kg = 0.141 metric tonnes
729 kg to tonnes - 729 kg = 0.729 metric tonnes
938 kg to tonnes - 938 kg = 0.938 metric tonnes
200 kg to tonnes - 200 kg = 0.2 metric tonnes
234 kg to tonnes - 234 kg = 0.234 metric tonnes
831 kg to tonnes - 831 kg = 0.831 metric tonnes
823 kg to tonnes - 823 kg = 0.823 metric tonnes
65 kg to tonnes - 65 kg = 0.065 metric tonnes
504 kg to tonnes - 504 kg = 0.504 metric tonnes
609 kg to tonnes - 609 kg = 0.609 metric tonnes
123 kg to tonnes - 123 kg = 0.123 metric tonnes
55 kg to tonnes - 55 kg = 0.055 metric tonnes
7 kg to tonnes - 7 kg = 0.007 metric tonnes
235 kg to tonnes - 235 kg = 0.235 metric tonnes
429 kg to tonnes - 429 kg = 0.429 metric tonnes
276 kg to tonnes - 276 kg = 0.276 metric tonnes
17 kg to tonnes - 17 kg = 0.017 metric tonnes
616 kg to tonnes - 616 kg = 0.616 metric tonnes
338 kg to tonnes - 338 kg = 0.338 metric tonnes
2 kg to tonnes - 2 kg = 0.002 metric tonnes
789 kg to tonnes - 789 kg = 0.789 metric tonnes
267 kg to tonnes - 267 kg = 0.267 metric tonnes
9 kg to tonnes - 9 kg = 0.009 metric tonnes
403 kg to tonnes - 403 kg = 0.403 metric tonnes
205 kg to tonnes - 205 kg = 0.205 metric tonnes
163 kg to tonnes - 163 kg = 0.163 metric tonnes
656 kg to tonnes - 656 kg = 0.656 metric tonnes
105 kg to tonnes - 105 kg = 0.105 metric tonnes
810 kg to tonnes - 810 kg = 0.81 metric tonnes
666 kg to tonnes - 666 kg = 0.666 metric tonnes
855 kg to tonnes - 855 kg = 0.855 metric tonnes
454 kg to tonnes - 454 kg = 0.454 metric tonnes
798 kg to tonnes - 798 kg = 0.798 metric tonnes
102 kg to tonnes - 102 kg = 0.102 metric tonnes
331 kg to tonnes - 331 kg = 0.331 metric tonnes
325 kg to tonnes - 325 kg = 0.325 metric tonnes
548 kg to tonnes - 548 kg = 0.548 metric tonnes
589 kg to tonnes - 589 kg = 0.589 metric tonnes
165 kg to tonnes - 165 kg = 0.165 metric tonnes
675 kg to tonnes - 675 kg = 0.675 metric tonnes
211 kg to tonnes - 211 kg = 0.211 metric tonnes
103 kg to tonnes - 103 kg = 0.103 metric tonnes