Convert ton (metric) to kilogram

Please provide values below to convert ton (metric) [t] to kilogram [kg], or Convert kilogram to ton (metric).




How to Convert Ton (Metric) to Kilogram

1 t = 1000 kg

Example: convert 15 t to kg:
15 t = 15 × 1000 kg = 15000 kg


Ton (Metric) to Kilogram Conversion Table

ton (metric) kilogram

Ton (Metric)

The metric ton (t) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms or approximately 2,204.62 pounds.

History/Origin

The metric ton was introduced as part of the metric system in the late 19th century to standardize measurements of mass globally, replacing various local units with a single, universal unit.

Current Use

The metric ton is widely used in industries such as shipping, manufacturing, and agriculture for measuring large quantities of materials and commodities worldwide.


Kilogram

The kilogram (kg) is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI), defined as the mass of the International Prototype Kilogram, a platinum-iridium alloy cylinder kept at the International Bureau of Weights and Measures.

History/Origin

The kilogram was originally defined in 1795 as the mass of one liter of water. It was later represented by a platinum standard in 1875, known as the International Prototype Kilogram, which served as the global standard until 2019.

Current Use

Today, the kilogram is defined by the Planck constant, fixed at exactly 6.62607015×10⁻³⁴ joule seconds, ensuring greater precision and stability in measurements worldwide. It is widely used in science, industry, and commerce for measuring mass.



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