Metric tons to short tons
Type a value in metric tons 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 metric tons 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 = t × 1.102311311
Multiply the value in metric tons by 1.102311311 to get short tons.
Example
To convert 25 t to short tons: 25 × 1.102311311 = 27.5578 sh tn.
Conversion table
| Metric tons (t) | Short tons (sh tn) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.10231 |
| 2 | 2.20462 |
| 3 | 3.30693 |
| 5 | 5.51156 |
| 10 | 11.0231 |
| 20 | 22.0462 |
| 25 | 27.5578 |
| 50 | 55.1156 |
| 100 | 110.231 |
| 250 | 275.578 |
| 500 | 551.156 |
| 1,000 | 1,102.31 |
About the units
- Metric ton
- The metric ton, or tonne, equals exactly 1000 kilograms.
- 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 metric ton?
1 t = 1.10231 sh tn exactly.
How do I convert metric tons to short tons?
Use sh tn = t × 1.102311311. For example, 25 t = 27.5578 sh tn.
How many metric tons are in one short ton?
1 sh tn = 0.907185 t.
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.