Pennyweight to Metric Ton Converter
Convert Pennyweight (dwt) to Metric Ton (t) instantly. 1 dwt = 1.555174e-6 t.
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1 dwt = 1.555174e-6 t
Formula:
t = dwt × 0.0000015552With your value: 1 dwt = 1.555174e-6 t
How big is that?
Everyday references on a logarithmic scale, all expressed in pennyweight so you can sanity-check the result.
Other Pennyweight to Metric Ton conversions
Pennyweight to Metric Ton Conversion Table
| Pennyweight (dwt) | Metric Ton (t) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 7.775869e-7 |
| 1 | 1.555174e-6 |
| 2 | 3.110348e-6 |
| 5 | 7.775869e-6 |
| 10 | 1.555174e-5 |
| 15 | 2.332761e-5 |
| 20 | 3.110348e-5 |
| 25 | 3.887935e-5 |
| 50 | 7.775869e-5 |
| 100 | 0.000156 |
| 250 | 0.000389 |
| 500 | 0.000778 |
| 1000 | 0.001555 |
Metric Ton to Pennyweight Conversion Table
| Metric Ton (t) | Pennyweight (dwt) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 321,507.465686 |
| 1 | 643,014.931373 |
| 2 | 1,286,029.862745 |
| 5 | 3,215,074.656863 |
| 10 | 6,430,149.313726 |
| 15 | 9,645,223.970588 |
| 20 | 12,860,298.627451 |
| 25 | 16,075,373.284314 |
| 50 | 32,150,746.568628 |
| 100 | 64,301,493.137256 |
| 250 | 160,753,732.84314 |
| 500 | 321,507,465.68628 |
| 1000 | 643,014,931.37256 |
Where these values come from
Every factor on this page is traced to the document that defines it. See the full provenance dataset or our methodology.
Pennyweight (dwt)
Mass
Traceable to the kilogram, defined by fixing the Planck constant at 6.626 070 15 × 10⁻³⁴ J·s. Avoirdupois masses derive from the 1959 international pound (0.453 592 37 kg exactly).
Source: BIPM, The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition, 2019 (updated 2024)
Bureau International des Poids et Mesures · Reviewed 2026-07-01
Metric Ton (t)
Mass
Traceable to the kilogram, defined by fixing the Planck constant at 6.626 070 15 × 10⁻³⁴ J·s. Avoirdupois masses derive from the 1959 international pound (0.453 592 37 kg exactly).
Source: BIPM, The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition, 2019 (updated 2024)
Bureau International des Poids et Mesures · Reviewed 2026-07-01
How to Convert Pennyweight to Metric Ton
To convert from Pennyweight (dwt) to Metric Ton (t), multiply the value by 1.555174e-6.
Formula: t = dwt × 0.0000015552
Reverse: dwt = t × 643,014.9313725596
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with your value in Pennyweight. For example: 5 dwt
- Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 x 1.555174e-6
- The result is: 7.775869e-6 t
About Pennyweight
The pennyweight (dwt) equals 1/20 of a troy ounce, about 1.555 grams. Jewellers still price scrap gold by the pennyweight.
Common uses: jewellery trade, gold scrap, assaying.
About Metric Ton
The metric ton (tonne) equals 1,000 kilograms and is used worldwide for measuring heavy loads.
Common uses: shipping, mining, agriculture.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Metric Ton are in 1 Pennyweight?
There are exactly 1.555174e-6 Metric Ton in 1 Pennyweight. This means the conversion factor from Pennyweight to Metric Ton is 1.555174e-6.
What is the formula to convert Pennyweight to Metric Ton?
The formula to convert Pennyweight to Metric Ton is: t = dwt × 0.0000015552. For example, to convert 10 Pennyweight to Metric Ton, you would multiply 10 by 1.555174e-6.
What is a Pennyweight?
The pennyweight (dwt) equals 1/20 of a troy ounce, about 1.555 grams. Jewellers still price scrap gold by the pennyweight.
What is a Metric Ton?
The metric ton (tonne) equals 1,000 kilograms and is used worldwide for measuring heavy loads.
What are the common uses of Pennyweight?
The Pennyweight is commonly used in jewellery trade, gold scrap, assaying.
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UnitConvertLab. (2026). Pennyweight to Metric Ton converter. UnitConvertLab. Retrieved from https://unitconvertlab.com/convert/pennyweight-to-metric_ton