Density and Mass
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Convert metric tonnes (t) to kilograms (kg).
Factor1 t = 1000 kg
Converter
t
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
kg
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
kg = t × 1000
Multiply any value in metric tonnes by 1000 to obtain the value in kilograms.
Worked example
Convert 5 t to kg.
- 01Start with 5 t.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 × 1000 = 5000 kg.
Result5 t = 5000 kg
Conversion table
| t | kg |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1000 |
| 2 | 2000 |
| 5 | 5000 |
| 10 | 10000 |
| 20 | 20000 |
| 50 | 50000 |
| 100 | 1.0000e+5 |
| 200 | 2.0000e+5 |
| 500 | 5.0000e+5 |
| 1000 | 1.0000e+6 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from t to kg?
1 t equals 1000 kg. To convert, multiply the value in metric tonnes by 1000.
How do I convert 1 t to kg?
1 t = 1000 kg. For any value, multiply by 1000.
How do I convert kg back to t?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.001. So 1 kg = 0.001 t.
When would I need to convert metric tonne to kilogram?
Mass conversions appear in material balances, reagent dosing, and reconciling vendor specifications across imperial/metric systems.
Is the conversion exact?
Yes. Both t and kg are defined by exact SI relationships, so the displayed factor is exact (any rounding shown is only for display).