Kelvin to Rankine

Snapshot

1 Kelvin equals 1.8 Rankine. Conversion Encyclopedia uses the same fixed conversion basis across the calculator, common values, and reverse page for this page.

Reference basis: This conversion uses a scale-and-offset equation (°R = K * (9/5)).
Example: For 20 Kelvin, the converted value equals 36 Rankine.
Use the reverse page if you need the opposite direction with the same basis.

Use the interactive calculator below for custom values and the common-value table for quick checks.

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1.8 Rankine (°R)

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Explanation

Use this page when you want a direct Kelvin to Rankine conversion. On this page, 1 Kelvin equals 1.8 Rankine.

Historical temperature scales can differ by degree size, zero reference, or both, so this route uses the exact direction-specific equation °R = K x (9/5) instead of one shared factor.

Kelvin (K): the SI base unit of thermodynamic temperature, anchored to absolute zero.

Rankine (deg R): an absolute temperature scale that uses Fahrenheit-sized degrees but starts at absolute zero.

This route is useful when translating modern temperature values into Rankine for legacy thermodynamic and engineering references.

This conversion uses an affine or exact linear historical-scale equation, so forward and reverse pages must keep their own dedicated formulas to stay numerically aligned.

Method & Reference

Method basis: exact affine formula (scale + offset) shown in Snapshot.
Equation reference: °R = K * (9/5)
Consistency rule: forward and reverse pages use inverse equations to preserve scale reference points.

Reference note

This Kelvin to Rankine page uses explicit historical scale equations (scale + offset), not a simple multiplier.

Historical temperature scales are reconstructed from standard reference definitions.
Forward and reverse directions use inverse formulas, so each direction has its own dedicated page.

Common Conversion Values

Kelvin (K)	Rankine (°R)
-40	-72
0	0
20	36
32	57.6
80	144
100	180
273.15	491.67
491.67	885.006

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1 Kelvin in Rankine?

1 Kelvin equals 1.8 Rankine on this page.

What equation does this Kelvin to Rankine page use?

This page uses °R = K x (9/5), and the same equation drives the direct answer, calculator, table, and FAQ.

Is there a reverse page for Rankine to Kelvin?

Yes. The reverse direction has its own page at /historical-temperature-scales/rankine-to-kelvin/, where the inverse equation is used so the mirror route stays numerically aligned.