The Short Ton to Metric Ton Converter is a precise tool designed to convert between short tons (st, US tons) and metric tons (t, tonnes). Short tons are primarily used in the United States, while metric tons are part of the International System of Units (SI) and are widely adopted globally. This tool ensures accuracy for logistics, trade, and engineering applications.

Short Ton to Metric Ton Converter

Easily convert short tons to metric tons.

Short Tons:

Result in Metric Tons:

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Features and How to Use

This converter includes the following key features:

  • High Precision: Provides results with up to four decimal places for accuracy.
  • Bidirectional Conversion: Converts both short tons to metric tons and vice versa.
  • User-Friendly Interface: Simple input fields and clear results.
  • Copy and Reset Options: Easily copy results or reset the form for new calculations.

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Enter the value in the “Short Tons” input field.
  2. Adjust the decimal places to your desired precision.
  3. Click the “Calculate” button to see the result in metric tons.
  4. Use “Swap Conversion Units” for reverse conversions.

Example: Input 10 short tons, set decimal places to 4, and click “Calculate.” The result will be 9.0718 metric tons.

Definitions of Measurement Units

Short Ton (US): A short ton (st) is equal to 2,000 pounds, or approximately 907.18474 kilograms. It is part of the US customary measurement system and is primarily used in the United States.

Metric Ton (Tonne): A metric ton (t) is exactly 1,000 kilograms, or approximately 2,204.62262 pounds. It belongs to the International System of Units (SI) and is widely used globally.

Conversion Formula

The formula to convert short tons to metric tons is:

Metric Tons = Short Tons × 0.90718474

The formula to convert metric tons back to short tons is:

Short Tons = Metric Tons ÷ 0.90718474

Example:

  • To convert 5 short tons to metric tons: Metric Tons = 5 × 0.90718474 = 4.5359
  • To convert 3 metric tons to short tons: Short Tons = 3 ÷ 0.90718474 = 3.3069

Conversion Table

Short Tons (st) Metric Tons (t)
1 0.9072
5 4.5359
10 9.0718
50 45.3592
100 90.7185
500 453.5924
1,000 907.1847
3,000 2,721.55
5,000 4,535.92
10,000 9,071.84
15,000 13,607.76
20,000 18,143.68
25,000 22,679.60
50,000 45,359.20
100,000 90,718.40

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Real World Examples

  • Ford F-150 Pickup Truck: Curb weight is approximately 2.5 short tons (2.26796 metric tons).
  • Statue of Liberty (Copper Weight): Weighs about 200 short tons (181.437 metric tons).
  • Boeing 747-8 Aircraft (Empty Weight): Around 485 short tons (440.905 metric tons).
  • Blue Whale (Largest Known): Can weigh up to 150 short tons (136.078 metric tons).
  • Shipping Container (Loaded, 40ft): Maximum gross weight is 30 short tons (27.216 metric tons).

Conclusion

The Short Ton to Metric Ton Converter is a powerful and easy-to-use tool for accurate conversions between two widely used mass units. Try it now to simplify your calculations and ensure precision!