Online calculator to convert metric tons to short tons (t 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 metric tons and short tons.
What is a metric ton (t)?
A metric ton is a unit of mass in the Metric System. The symbol for metric ton is t. There are 0.90718474 metric tons in a short ton. Another name for metric ton is tonne.
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 1.10231131 short tons in a metric ton. 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 metric ton to short ton is:
short ton = metric ton ÷ 0.90718474
Conversion Example
Next, let's look at an example showing the work and calculations that are involved in converting from metric tons to short tons (t to T).
Metric Ton to Short Ton Conversion Example
Task: Convert 20 metric tons to short tons (show work) Formula: metric ton ÷ 0.90718474 = short ton Calculations: 20 metric tons ÷ 0.90718474 = 22.04622622 short tons Result: 20 metric tons is equal to 22.04622622 short tons
Conversion Table
For quick reference purposes, below is a conversion table that you can use to convert from metric ton to short ton.
Metric Tons to Short Tons Conversion Chart
| metric tons (t) | short tons (T) |
|---|---|
| 1 metric tons | 1.10231131 short tons |
| 2 metric tons | 2.20462262 short tons |
| 3 metric tons | 3.30693393 short tons |
| 4 metric tons | 4.40924524 short tons |
| 5 metric tons | 5.51155655 short tons |
| 6 metric tons | 6.61386787 short tons |
| 7 metric tons | 7.71617918 short tons |
| 8 metric tons | 8.81849049 short tons |
| 9 metric tons | 9.9208018 short tons |
| 10 metric tons | 11.02311311 short tons |
| 20 metric tons | 22.04622622 short tons |
| 30 metric tons | 33.06933933 short tons |
| 40 metric tons | 44.09245244 short tons |
| 50 metric tons | 55.11556555 short tons |
| 75 metric tons | 82.67334832 short tons |
| 100 metric tons | 110.23113109 short tons |
| 250 metric tons | 275.57782773 short tons |
| 500 metric tons | 551.15565546 short tons |
| 750 metric tons | 826.73348319 short tons |
| 1,000 metric tons | 1,102.31131092 short tons |
| 2,500 metric tons | 2,755.77827731 short tons |
| 5,000 metric tons | 5,511.55655462 short tons |
| 7,500 metric tons | 8,267.33483193 short tons |
| 10,000 metric tons | 11,023.11310924 short tons |
| 25,000 metric tons | 27,557.78277311 short tons |
| 50,000 metric tons | 55,115.56554622 short tons |
| 75,000 metric tons | 82,673.34831933 short tons |
| 100,000 metric tons | 110,231.13109244 short tons |
| 250,000 metric tons | 275,577.8277311 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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