US Ton to Metric Ton Converter
Convert US ton to metric ton instantly.
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How to convert us ton to metric ton
Enter your value in us ton and get the equivalent in metric ton instantly. Every result comes with a real-world comparison - like the weight of elephants or smartphones - to put the number in context.
US tons (short tons) are the standard in American industry, while metric tons are used internationally. Converting between them is critical for cross-border commodity trades and shipping contracts.
Need the opposite direction? Convert metric ton to us ton just as easily, or explore all our weight conversions.
Common US ton to metric ton conversions
| US Ton (ton) | Metric Ton (t) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.907185 |
| 5 | 4.53592 |
| 10 | 9.07185 |
| 25 | 22.6796 |
| 50 | 45.3592 |
| 100 | 90.7185 |
| 500 | 453.592 |
| 1000 | 907.185 |
Frequently asked questions
1 US ton equals 0.907185 metric ton.
Multiply by 0.907185. For example, 5 ton = 4.53592 t.
25 US tons equals approximately 22.68 metric tons. Gravel and aggregate suppliers in the US price by the short ton but international buyers need metric tons.
1 metric ton equals 1.10231 US ton.
100 US ton equals 90.7185 metric ton.