RT to kW converter (RT to kW)
Convert RT (RT) to kW (kW) 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 Refrigeration Tons to kW
1 refrigeration ton (RT) is equal to 3.5168528420667 kilowatts (kW).
P(kW) = P(RT) × 3.5168528420667
Multiply the power in RT by 3.5168528420667:
Example: Convert 5 RT to kW:
P(kW) = 5 × 3.5168528420667 = 17.5842642 kW
What is a RT?
The RT (RT) 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 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.
This page converts power from RT into kW. One RT equals 3.516852842 kW.
RT to kW conversion table
Common RT values and the matching kW result, calculated with the same factor as the widget. Highlight a nearby row if you want a quick check without entering a number.
| RT (RT) | kW (kW) |
|---|---|
| 1 RT | 3.516852842 kW |
| 2 RT | 7.033705684 kW |
| 5 RT | 17.58426421 kW |
| 10 RT | 35.168528421 kW |
| 20 RT | 70.337056841 kW |
| 50 RT | 175.842642103 kW |
| 100 RT | 351.685284207 kW |
| 200 RT | 703.370568413 kW |
How this calculator works
The form on this page is a RT-to-kW converter. After you enter a number, JavaScript multiplies or rearranges it with the published conversion factor and writes the kW 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 kW are in 1 RT?
1 RT = 3.516852842 kW.
How do I convert RT to kW?
Multiply the power in RT by 3.5168528420667:
Is this RT to kW 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.