Convert Short Tons to Metric Tons
Enter the value in short tons to get its exact equivalent in metric tons instantly.
How to convert short tons to metric tons?
To convert a measurement in short tons (ton) to metric tons (t), we multiply the value by the conversion factor 0.907185.
t = ton × 0.907185
The short ton (used in the United States) equals 907.18474 kilograms, a value different from both the metric ton (1,000 kg) and the British long ton (1,016.05 kg). This difference is a common source of confusion in international trade.
| Short tons (ton) | Metric tons (t) |
|---|---|
| 1.00 | 0.9072 |
| 5.00 | 4.54 |
| 10.00 | 9.07 |
| 50.00 | 45.36 |
| 100.00 | 90.72 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many metric tons are in 1 short ton?
1 ton equals exactly 0.907185 metric tons.
What's the difference between a short ton, a long ton, and a metric ton?
The short ton (US) weighs 907.18 kg, the long ton (UK) weighs 1,016.05 kg, and the metric ton (rest of the world) weighs exactly 1,000 kg.