Kilograms to short tons
Type a value in kilograms to see it in short tons straight away, or type in the second box to convert back.
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How to use it
- Type the value in the kilograms box.
- Read the result in short tons as you type, and pick the precision you need.
- Swap the direction to convert back, or copy the result.
How it is calculated
sh tn = kg × 0.001102311311
Multiply the value in kilograms by 0.001102311311 to get short tons.
Example
To convert 25 kg to short tons: 25 × 0.001102311311 = 0.0275578 sh tn.
Conversion table
| Kilograms (kg) | Short tons (sh tn) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.00110231 |
| 2 | 0.00220462 |
| 3 | 0.00330693 |
| 5 | 0.00551156 |
| 10 | 0.0110231 |
| 20 | 0.0220462 |
| 25 | 0.0275578 |
| 50 | 0.0551156 |
| 100 | 0.110231 |
| 250 | 0.275578 |
| 500 | 0.551156 |
| 1,000 | 1.10231 |
About the units
- Kilogram
- The SI base unit of mass, defined since 2019 by fixing the Planck constant at 6.62607015 × 10^-34 J s.
- Short ton
- The US ton, equal to 2000 pounds or exactly 907.18474 kg.
Limits and caveats
- Results are rounded for display and computed with the browser's floating point precision (about 15 significant digits).
- Both unit factors are exact by their official definitions.
Questions about this tool
How many short tons are in one kilogram?
1 kg = 0.00110231 sh tn exactly.
How do I convert kilograms to short tons?
Use sh tn = kg × 0.001102311311. For example, 25 kg = 0.0275578 sh tn.
How many kilograms are in one short ton?
1 sh tn = 907.185 kg.
Are mass and weight the same thing?
Strictly no: mass is the amount of matter, in kilograms, while weight is the force of gravity on it, in newtons. Scales display mass, so everyday language uses the two words interchangeably.
What is the difference between an ounce and a troy ounce?
An ordinary ounce is 28.349523125 grams and is used for food and goods, while a troy ounce is 31.1034768 grams and is used to price gold and silver.