kW to Refrigeration Tons converter (kW to RT)
Convert kW (kW) to Refrigeration Tons (RT) with this free calculator. Type a value, press Convert, and the page applies the same factor shown in the formula below — no rounded shortcut, and nothing is stored on a server.
How to convert kW to Refrigeration Tons
1 kilowatt (kW) is equal to 0.28434513 refrigeration tons (RT).
P(RT) = P(kW) × 0.28434513
Multiply the power in kW by 0.28434513:
Example: Convert 10 kW to RT:
P(RT) = 10 × 0.28434513 = 2.8434513 RT
What is a kW?
The kW (kW) is the starting or target unit on this page. Use the calculator above to convert values without looking up the factor by hand.
What is a Refrigeration Tons?
The Refrigeration Tons (RT) is the starting or target unit on this page. Use the calculator above to convert values without looking up the factor by hand.
This page converts power from kW into Refrigeration Tons. One kW equals 0.28434513 RT.
kW to Refrigeration Tons conversion table
Common kW values and the matching RT result, calculated with the same factor as the widget. Highlight a nearby row if you want a quick check without entering a number.
| kW (kW) | Refrigeration Tons (RT) |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | 0.28434513 RT |
| 2 kW | 0.56869026 RT |
| 5 kW | 1.42172565 RT |
| 10 kW | 2.8434513 RT |
| 20 kW | 5.6869026 RT |
| 50 kW | 14.2172565 RT |
| 100 kW | 28.434513 RT |
| 200 kW | 56.869026 RT |
How this calculator works
The form on this page is a kW-to-Refrigeration Tons converter. After you enter a number, JavaScript multiplies or rearranges it with the published conversion factor and writes the RT result in the output box. The step-by-step panel repeats the arithmetic so you can copy it into homework or a spreadsheet.
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FAQ
How many RT are in 1 kW?
1 kW = 0.28434513 RT.
How do I convert kW to Refrigeration Tons?
Multiply the power in kW by 0.28434513:
Is this kW to RT converter free?
Yes. GigaTables calculators are free to use in a browser. You do not need an account, and the values you type are not uploaded.