Convert tonne to kiloton (metric)
Please provide values below to convert tonne [t] to kiloton (metric) [kt], or Convert kiloton (metric) to tonne.
How to Convert Tonne to Kiloton (Metric)
1 t = 0.001 kt
Example: convert 15 t to kt:
15 t = 15 × 0.001 kt = 0.015 kt
Tonne to Kiloton (Metric) Conversion Table
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Tonne
A tonne (symbol: t) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms or approximately 2,204.62 pounds.
History/Origin
The tonne was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century to standardize measurements of mass globally, replacing various local units with a single, consistent unit.
Current Use
The tonne is widely used internationally in industries such as shipping, manufacturing, and agriculture for measuring large quantities of materials and commodities.
Kiloton (Metric)
A kiloton (kt) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 metric tons or 1,000,000 kilograms.
History/Origin
The term 'kiloton' originated in the 20th century, primarily used in military and scientific contexts to measure large quantities of explosive energy or mass, especially in nuclear weapon yields and large-scale industrial measurements.
Current Use
Today, kilotons are commonly used to express the explosive yield of nuclear weapons, the mass of large objects, and in scientific research related to energy and mass measurements.