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Tons to Metric Tons Converter

Convert US short tons to metric tons and metric tons to short tons instantly. Bidirectional weight converter with formula and common values.

ton

Metric Tons

4.5359

t

5 ton = 4.5359 t

t = ton × 0.907185

How to Convert Tons to Metric Tons

To convert US short tons to metric tons, multiply by 0.907185. The US short ton is defined as exactly 2,000 pounds, which equals 907.18474 kilograms or 0.90718474 metric tons.

Conversion Formula

  • US Tons to Metric Tons: t = tons × 0.907185
  • Metric Tons to US Tons: tons = t ÷ 0.907185

Common Conversions

US TonsMetric Tons
10.907
32.722
4.64.173
109.072
2522.680
5045.359
10090.718

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FAQ

How many metric tons are in a US ton?

One US (short) ton equals approximately 0.907185 metric tons.

How do I convert tons to metric tons?

Multiply the number of US tons by 0.907185. For example, 4.6 tons × 0.907185 = 4.173 metric tons.

What is the difference between a short ton and a long ton?

A US short ton is 2,000 pounds (907.185 kg). A long ton (Imperial) is 2,240 pounds (1,016.047 kg). This converter uses short tons.

How many US tons are in a metric ton?

One metric ton (1,000 kg) equals approximately 1.10231 US short tons.