Tonne to Kilogram Converter
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Tonne (Metric Ton) – Mass at an Industrial Scale
Thetonne, also known as a metric ton, is a large unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms. It is commonly used in industry, commerce, and transportation to measure bulk materials and large shipments.
History & Background
Introduced with the metric system, the tonne provides a convenient scale for measuring heavy loads, from industrial raw materials to large vehicles and shipping containers.
Conversion Factors
- 1 tonne = 1,000 kg
- 1 tonne = 1,000,000 g
- 1 tonne ≈ 2204.62 lb
Applications
Tonnes are used in industries such as mining, agriculture, and shipping, where large quantities of material must be measured and transported.
Interesting Facts
Large cargo ships and bulk commodities are often measured in tonnes, reflecting the massive scale of modern commerce.
Conclusion
The tonne is an essential unit for industrial applications, allowing for the efficient measurement and management of large quantities of mass.
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Kilogram
The SI base unit for mass.
Gram
One thousandth of a kilogram.
Milligram
One thousandth of a gram.
Pound
An imperial unit equal to 0.453592 kilograms.
Ounce
An imperial unit equal to 1/16 of a pound.
Stone
An imperial unit equal to 14 pounds, often used for body weight in the UK.
Short Ton
An imperial ton equal to 2000 pounds.
Long Ton
A British ton equal to 2240 pounds.
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