Convert Kilogram to Tonne
Turn Kilograms into Tonnes in an instant. Type a value below to get an accurate kg → t result, with the formula and a quick-reference table.
1 kg = 0.001 t
Quick answer: 1 Kilogram = 0.001 Tonne
Kilogram to Tonne conversion table
| Kilogram (kg) | Tonne (t) |
|---|---|
| 1 kg | 0.001 t |
| 2 kg | 0.002 t |
| 5 kg | 0.005 t |
| 10 kg | 0.01 t |
| 20 kg | 0.02 t |
| 50 kg | 0.05 t |
| 100 kg | 0.1 t |
| 500 kg | 0.5 t |
| 1,000 kg | 1 t |
How to convert Kilogram to Tonne
To convert Kilograms to Tonnes, multiply the value by 0.001.
- Take your measurement in Kilograms.
- Multiply it by 0.001 — the number of Tonnes in one Kilogram.
- The result is the same amount, expressed in Tonnes.
To go the other way, multiply Tonnes by 1,000 — or simply divide by 0.001.
For example, a litre of water is about 1 kg, which is 0.001 t.
About Kilogram and Tonne
The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass, equal to 1,000 grams. It is the standard unit for body weight, groceries and most goods worldwide.
A tonne (metric ton) is 1,000 kilograms. It is used for vehicles, freight and industrial quantities.
Both the Kilogram and the Tonne are metric units, so converting between them is just a change of scale: one Kilogram equals 0.001 Tonnes, and the Tonne is the larger unit.
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Frequently asked questions
How many Tonnes are in a Kilogram?
1 Kilogram equals 0.001 Tonne (kg → t). To convert any amount, multiply the number of Kilograms by 0.001.
How do I convert Kilogram to Tonne?
Enter the number of Kilograms in the converter above and read the result in Tonnes. It applies the exact kg → t factor instantly, with full precision.
Is the Kilogram to Tonne converter free?
Yes — it is completely free and unlimited, needs no sign-up, and runs right in your browser, so it is instant and private.
Is the conversion accurate?
Yes. It uses the internationally defined weight & mass factors and full floating-point precision, then rounds the display to a clean, readable number.