Rankine to Fahrenheit Converter

Rankine to Fahrenheit Converter

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Formula: °F = °R − 459.67

How to convert Rankine to Fahrenheit

To convert Rankine to Fahrenheit, subtract 459.67. For example, 671.67°R − 459.67 = 212°F. Going the other way, add 459.67 to Fahrenheit to get Rankine.

This is one of the simplest temperature conversions because Rankine and Fahrenheit use the same degree size — they just have different zero points.

0°R = absolute zero = −459.67°F. Rankine is used in some US engineering applications. The scale was proposed by Scottish engineer William Rankine in 1859.

Rankine to Fahrenheit conversion table

Rankine (°R) Fahrenheit (°F) Description
0 °R−459.67°FAbsolute zero
419.67 °R−40°FExtreme cold
459.67 °R0°FVery cold day
491.67 °R32°FFreezing point
531.67 °R72°FRoom temperature
558.27 °R98.6°FBody temperature
671.67 °R212°FBoiling point
1459.67 °R1000°FExtreme heat

Frequently asked questions

How do you convert Rankine to Fahrenheit?
Subtract 459.67 from the Rankine temperature. °F = °R − 459.67.
What is 491.67°R in Fahrenheit?
491.67°R = 32°F. This is the freezing point of water. Calculation: 491.67 − 459.67 = 32°F.
What is 671.67°R in Fahrenheit?
671.67°R = 212°F. This is the boiling point of water. Calculation: 671.67 − 459.67 = 212°F.
What is 0°R in Fahrenheit?
0°R = −459.67°F = absolute zero. This is the coldest possible temperature.
Who invented the Rankine scale?
The Rankine scale was proposed by Scottish engineer William John Macquorn Rankine in 1859. It is named in his honor.