Tons to Kilograms Converter
Instant mass conversion distinguishing between Metric Tonnes, US Short Tons, and UK Long Tons to prevent international shipping errors.
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In international freight, the word "Ton" is ambiguous. A failure to distinguish between the Metric Tonne (1000 kg), the US Short Ton (≈ 907 kg), and the Imperial Long Ton (≈ 1016 kg) can result in a 10% load discrepancy. This is critical for crane limits and vessel buoyancy calculations.
This tool ensures safety and accuracy by forcing a specific unit selection, defaulting to the global standard Metric Tonne.
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Formulas
The conversions utilize fixed constants defined by international weights and measures standards:
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mkg = mt × 1000mkg = mST × 907.18mkg = mLT × 1016.05
Reference Data
| Unit Name | Symbol | Kilograms (kg) | Pounds (lbs) | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metric Tonne | t | 1,000 | 2,204.62 | Global |
| Short Ton | tn | 907.185 | 2,000 | USA |
| Long Ton | lt | 1,016.047 | 2,240 | UK/Old Imperial |
Frequently Asked Questions
Maritime and international air freight almost exclusively use the Metric Tonne (1000 kg). However, domestic ground freight in the United States uses the Short Ton (2000 lbs).
Yes. In SI units, 1000 kg is a Megagram (Mg). "Tonne" is a non-SI unit accepted for use with the SI.
A Long Ton is approximately 12% heavier than a Short Ton. Confusing these two can lead to significant overloading of equipment.