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What is a Metric Ton?

Definition

A metric ton (also called tonne) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms or approximately 2,205 pounds.

Popular Metric Ton Conversions

Most common conversions from Metric Tons

1 t = 1,000 kg Metric Ton to Kilograms 1 t = 1,000,000 g Metric Ton to Grams 1 t = 1,000,000,000 mg Metric Ton to Milligrams 1 t = 2,204.62 lb Metric Ton to Pounds 1 t = 35,273.96 oz Metric Ton to Ounces 1 t = 157.473 st Metric Ton to Stones

History

The metric ton was introduced in France in 1795 as part of the metric system. It is now the standard unit for measuring large masses internationally.

Common Uses

Cargo and shipping weights
Vehicle weight specifications
Industrial production quantities
CO2 emissions measurements

Fun Facts

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An average car weighs about 1.5 metric tons

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The Eiffel Tower weighs about 7,300 metric tons

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A blue whale can weigh up to 200 metric tons

All Metric Ton Conversions

Metric Tons to Kilograms t → kg Metric Tons to Grams t → g Metric Tons to Milligrams t → mg Metric Tons to Pounds t → lb Metric Tons to Ounces t → oz Metric Tons to Stones t → st Metric Tons to US Tons t → ton Metric Tons to Imperial Tons t → long ton Metric Tons to Micrograms t → μg