Convert horsepower (metric) to hectowatt
Please provide values below to convert horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)] to hectowatt [hW], or Convert hectowatt to horsepower (metric).
1 hp (metric) = 7.3549875 hW. To convert horsepower (metric) to hectowatt, multiply the value by 7.3549875; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hW = 0.13596216173 hp (metric)). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 hp (metric) = 7.3549875 hW
- 1 hW = 0.13596216173 hp (metric)
- 10 hp (metric) = 73.549875 hW
- 100 hp (metric) = 735.49875 hW
How to Convert Horsepower (Metric) to Hectowatt
1 hp (metric) = 7.3549875 hW
Example: convert 15 hp (metric) to hW:
15 hp (metric) = 15 × 7.3549875 hW = 110.3248125 hW
Horsepower (Metric) to Hectowatt Conversion Table
| horsepower (metric) | hectowatt |
|---|---|
| 1 hp (metric) | 7.3549875 hW |
| 2 hp (metric) | 14.709975 hW |
| 3 hp (metric) | 22.0649625 hW |
| 5 hp (metric) | 36.7749375 hW |
| 10 hp (metric) | 73.549875 hW |
| 20 hp (metric) | 147.09975 hW |
| 50 hp (metric) | 367.749375 hW |
| 100 hp (metric) | 735.49875 hW |
| 500 hp (metric) | 3677.49375 hW |
| 1000 hp (metric) | 7354.9875 hW |
Horsepower (Metric)
The metric horsepower (hp) is a unit of power defined as exactly 735.5 watts, used to measure the power output of engines and motors.
History/Origin
The metric horsepower was introduced in the late 19th century as a standardized unit to quantify engine power, primarily in Europe, replacing traditional units like the imperial horsepower. It was adopted for consistency in engineering and automotive industries.
Current Use
Today, the metric horsepower is used mainly in automotive, engineering, and industrial contexts to specify engine power, especially in regions that utilize the metric system. It is also used in some countries for rating motor and engine capacities.
Hectowatt
A hectowatt (hW) is a unit of power equal to 100 watts.
History/Origin
The hectowatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide larger units of power measurement, though it is rarely used in practice today.
Current Use
The hectowatt is seldom used in modern contexts; power is typically expressed in watts or kilowatts, but it may appear in specific engineering or scientific applications requiring larger units.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 horsepower (metric) in hectowatt?
1 horsepower (metric) (hp (metric)) = 7.3549875 hectowatt (hW).
How do you convert horsepower (metric) to hectowatt?
Multiply the horsepower (metric) value by 7.3549875. For example, 25 hp (metric) × 7.3549875 = 183.8746875 hW.
What is 10 horsepower (metric) in hectowatt?
10 hp (metric) = 73.549875 hW.
Which unit is larger, the horsepower (metric) or the hectowatt?
The horsepower (metric) is the larger unit: 1 hp (metric) = 7.3549875 hW.