Rankine is an absolute Fahrenheit-based temperature scale.
Rankines to Newtons Converter — R to N
Convert Rankine (R) to Newton (N) using the exact temperature formula. See the formula, worked examples, and conversion table.
Rankines to Newtons converter
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Convert Celsius, Fahrenheit, Kelvin, Rankine, Delisle, Newton, Reaumur, and Romer.
Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
Newton is a historical temperature scale.
Convert the source temperature to Kelvin, then convert Kelvin to the target scale.
Temperature conversion uses Kelvin as the intermediate absolute scale.
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About Converting Rankines to Newtons
Rankine and Newton are both historical temperature scales no longer in everyday use — this conversion is mainly useful for historical reference or comparing older scientific texts against each other.
Formula
Convert the source temperature to Kelvin, then convert Kelvin to the target scale.
Both scales are converted through Kelvin as a common absolute reference point.
Simple example
(0 − 32) × 5/9 = -90.1395 °C
0 rankines = -90.1395 newtons.
Real-world example
(0 − 32) × 5/9 = -90.1395 °C
0 rankines = -90.1395 newtons.
Conversion table
| Rankine (R) | Newton (N) |
|---|---|
| -40 R | -97.47283333 N |
| -20 R | -93.80616667 N |
| 0 R | -90.1395 N |
| 20 R | -86.47283333 N |
| 37 R | -83.35616667 N |
| 100 R | -71.80616667 N |
Reverse conversion: Newton to Rankine
(-89.95616667 − 32) × 5/9 = 0.9999999818 °C
-89.95616667 newtons = 0.9999999818 rankines.
Convert the source temperature to Kelvin, then convert Kelvin to the target scale.
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Newton to Rankine.
Understanding the Rankine (R)
Rankine is an absolute Fahrenheit-based temperature scale.
Understanding the Newton (N)
Newton is a historical temperature scale.
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Frequently asked questions
How many newtons are in 1 rankine?
1 rankine equals -89.95616667 newtons, using the offset temperature formula rather than an estimate.
How do I convert rankine to newton?
Use the formula shown above: it involves both a multiplication and an addition/subtraction because the two scales don't share a common zero point.
How do I convert newton back to rankine?
Use the reverse factor: 1 newton equals 497.1245455 rankines. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a rankine?
Rankine (R) is a unit of temperature.
What is a newton?
Newton (N) is a unit of temperature.
Is the Rankine to Newton conversion exact?
Yes. Both scales are formally defined relative to the Kelvin scale, so the conversion formula is exact — the only rounding involved is in how many decimal places you choose to display.