Short Tons to Metric Tons Converter
Convert US tons (tons) to metric tons (t) instantly. Type a value — the result updates as you type, and the swap button converts the other way.
Short Tons to Metric Tons formula
t = tons × 0.90718474
1 US ton = 0.9072 metric tons · 1 metric ton = 1.1 US tons
To convert US tons to metric tons, multiply the value by 0.90718474. For example, 10 tons:
t = 10 × 0.90718474t = 9.071847
So 10 tons = 9.07 t.
Mental math shortcut
This conversion is exact, so there is no need to estimate: just multiply by 0.907185.
Short Tons to Metric Tons conversion table
Metric Tons back to Short Tons
The same values converted the other way, rounded for everyday use:
| Metric tons | US tons |
|---|---|
| 0.4536 t | 0.5 tons |
| 0.9072 t | 1 tons |
| 1.81 t | 2 tons |
| 4.54 t | 5 tons |
| 9.07 t | 10 tons |
| 18.14 t | 20 tons |
| 45.36 t | 50 tons |
| 90.72 t | 100 tons |
About the units
US tons (tons)
A US (short) ton is 2,000 pounds, about 907 kg. The UK long ton is 2,240 lb and the metric tonne is 1,000 kg.
Metric tons (t)
A metric ton (tonne) is 1,000 kg, about 2,204.6 lb — heavier than a US short ton (2,000 lb).
Frequently asked questions
How many metric tons are in a US ton?
One US ton equals 0.9072 metric tons.
What is 10 Short Tons in Metric Tons?
10 tons = 9.07 t.
How do I convert Metric Tons back to Short Tons?
Divide the metric tons by 0.90718474.