Online calculator to convert kilograms to short tons (kg to T) with formulas, examples, and tables. Our conversions provide a quick and easy way to convert between Weight or Mass units.
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Conversion Definitions
The following is a list of definitions relating to conversions between kilograms and short tons.
What is a kilogram (kg)?
A kilogram is a unit of mass in the Metric System. The symbol for kilogram is kg. There are 907.18474 kilograms in a short ton.
What is a short ton (T)?
A short ton is a unit of mass in US Customary Units. The symbol for short ton is T. There are 0.00110231 short tons in a kilogram. A short ton is commonly referred to as a ton or US ton.
Conversion Formula
Let's take a closer look at the conversion formula so that you can do these conversions yourself with a calculator or with an old-fashioned pencil and paper.
The formula to convert from kg to short ton is:
short ton = kg ÷ 907.18474
Conversion Example
Next, let's look at an example showing the work and calculations that are involved in converting from kilograms to short tons (kg to T).
Kilogram to Short Ton Conversion Example
Task: Convert 500 kilograms to short tons (show work) Formula: kg ÷ 907.18474 = short ton Calculations: 500 kg ÷ 907.18474 = 0.55115566 short tons Result: 500 kg is equal to 0.55115566 short tons
Conversion Table
For quick reference purposes, below is a conversion table that you can use to convert from kg to short ton.
Kilograms to Short Tons Conversion Chart
| kilograms (kg) | short tons (T) |
|---|---|
| 1 kg | 0.00110231 short tons |
| 2 kg | 0.00220462 short tons |
| 3 kg | 0.00330693 short tons |
| 4 kg | 0.00440925 short tons |
| 5 kg | 0.00551156 short tons |
| 6 kg | 0.00661387 short tons |
| 7 kg | 0.00771618 short tons |
| 8 kg | 0.00881849 short tons |
| 9 kg | 0.0099208 short tons |
| 10 kg | 0.01102311 short tons |
| 20 kg | 0.02204623 short tons |
| 30 kg | 0.03306934 short tons |
| 40 kg | 0.04409245 short tons |
| 50 kg | 0.05511557 short tons |
| 75 kg | 0.08267335 short tons |
| 100 kg | 0.11023113 short tons |
| 250 kg | 0.27557783 short tons |
| 500 kg | 0.55115566 short tons |
| 750 kg | 0.82673348 short tons |
| 1,000 kg | 1.10231131 short tons |
| 2,500 kg | 2.75577828 short tons |
| 5,000 kg | 5.51155655 short tons |
| 7,500 kg | 8.26733483 short tons |
| 10,000 kg | 11.02311311 short tons |
| 25,000 kg | 27.55778277 short tons |
| 50,000 kg | 55.11556555 short tons |
| 75,000 kg | 82.67334832 short tons |
| 100,000 kg | 110.23113109 short tons |
| 250,000 kg | 275.57782773 short tons |
Related Units
This table provides a summary of the Weight or Mass units within their respective measurement systems.
| Unit | Symbol | Measurement System |
|---|---|---|
| ounces | oz | US Customary Units/Imperial System |
| pounds | lbs or lb | US Customary Units/Imperial System |
| stones | st | Imperial System |
| short tons (US tons) | T | US Customary Units |
| long tons (Imperial tons) | long tn | Imperial System |
| nanograms | ng | Metric System |
| micrograms | mcg or μg | Metric System |
| milligrams | mg | Metric System |
| centigrams | cg | Metric System |
| decigrams | dg | Metric System |
| grams | g | Metric System |
| decagrams | dag or dkg | Metric System |
| hectograms | hg | Metric System |
| kilograms | kg | Metric System |
| metric tons (tonnes) | t | Metric System |
| gigagrams | Gg | Metric System |
| teragrams | Tg | Metric System |
Note: For Weight and Mass conversions, US Customary Units and the Imperial System are equivalent.
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