Tons to kg
One t equals 1000 kg. Type any number and the answer appears as you type — the maths happens in your browser.
Result
The same value in every unit
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Common values
| tons | kg |
|---|---|
| 1 t | 1000 kg |
| 2 t | 2000 kg |
| 3 t | 3000 kg |
| 5 t | 5000 kg |
| 10 t | 10000 kg |
| 15 t | 15000 kg |
| 20 t | 20000 kg |
| 25 t | 25000 kg |
| 50 t | 50000 kg |
| 100 t | 100000 kg |
| 500 t | 500000 kg |
| 1000 t | 1000000 kg |
How to use
- Enter the number of tons in the field.
- The result in kg updates on every keystroke.
- Use the table below for the values people look up most often.
Formula and reverse conversion
The formula
To convert by hand: kg = t × 1000. Going back the other way, one kg is 0.001 t.
Metric units differ by powers of ten
Both units belong to the metric system, so the conversion is a shift of the decimal point: the factor is a power of ten and nothing is lost to rounding.
kg = t × 1000
Frequently asked questions
How many kg are in one tons?
One t is 1000 kg.
How do I convert tons to kg?
Multiply by the factor: kg = t × 1000.
Is the result exact?
The factors are the exact legal definitions, and up to ten significant digits are kept in the answer. Rounding happens only in the display.
How do I convert kg back to tons?
One kg is 0.001 t — or open the reverse page linked below.