Convert Metric Tons to Short Tons
Convert Metric Tons (t) to Short Tons (ton) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
ton = t × 1.102311311
About Metric Tons
A metric ton (t), also called a tonne, equals exactly 1,000 kilograms. It is the standard large mass unit in the international SI system, used worldwide for shipping, trade, agriculture, industry, and environmental monitoring. Global steel production, grain harvests, CO₂ emissions, shipping freight, and oil production are all reported in millions of metric tonnes. A standard TEU shipping container can carry up to approximately 28 metric tonnes of cargo. Carbon footprint calculators express emissions in CO₂ equivalent tonnes (tCO₂e).
About Short Tons
A short ton (also known as a US ton) equals exactly 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.185 kg. It is the standard ton in the United States for coal, scrap metal, aggregate, freight, and agricultural commodities. US electricity, energy, and mining production statistics are reported in short tons or millions of short tons (MMst). American trucking weight limits, rail car capacities, and bulk cargo specifications use short tons. When Americans refer to a 'ton' without qualification, they almost always mean the short ton.
Quick Reference Table
| Metric Tons (t) | Short Tons (ton) |
|---|---|
| 1 t | 1.10231 ton |
| 2 t | 2.20462 ton |
| 5 t | 5.51156 ton |
| 10 t | 11.0231 ton |
| 25 t | 27.5578 ton |
| 50 t | 55.1156 ton |
| 100 t | 110.231 ton |