Convert horsepower (metric) to watt
Please provide values below to convert horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)] to watt [W], or Convert watt to horsepower (metric).
1 hp (metric) = 735.49875 W. To convert horsepower (metric) to watt, multiply the value by 735.49875; to go the other way, divide by it (1 W = 0.0013596216173 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) = 735.49875 W
- 1 W = 0.0013596216173 hp (metric)
- 10 hp (metric) = 7354.9875 W
- 100 hp (metric) = 73549.875 W
How to Convert Horsepower (Metric) to Watt
1 hp (metric) = 735.49875 W
Example: convert 15 hp (metric) to W:
15 hp (metric) = 15 × 735.49875 W = 11032.48125 W
Horsepower (Metric) to Watt Conversion Table
| horsepower (metric) | watt |
|---|---|
| 1 hp (metric) | 735.49875 W |
| 2 hp (metric) | 1470.9975 W |
| 3 hp (metric) | 2206.49625 W |
| 5 hp (metric) | 3677.49375 W |
| 10 hp (metric) | 7354.9875 W |
| 20 hp (metric) | 14709.975 W |
| 50 hp (metric) | 36774.9375 W |
| 100 hp (metric) | 73549.875 W |
| 500 hp (metric) | 367749.375 W |
| 1000 hp (metric) | 735498.75 W |
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.
Watt
The watt (W) is the SI unit of power, defined as one joule per second, representing the rate of energy transfer or conversion.
History/Origin
The watt was named after James Watt, the Scottish engineer and inventor, in 1889. It was adopted as the SI unit of power to standardize measurements in science and engineering.
Current Use
The watt is widely used today to quantify power in electrical devices, engines, and energy consumption, serving as a fundamental unit in physics, engineering, and everyday applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 horsepower (metric) in watt?
1 horsepower (metric) (hp (metric)) = 735.49875 watt (W).
How do you convert horsepower (metric) to watt?
Multiply the horsepower (metric) value by 735.49875. For example, 25 hp (metric) × 735.49875 = 18387.46875 W.
What is 10 horsepower (metric) in watt?
10 hp (metric) = 7354.9875 W.
Which unit is larger, the horsepower (metric) or the watt?
The horsepower (metric) is the larger unit: 1 hp (metric) = 735.49875 W.