Convert horsepower to watt
Please provide values below to convert horsepower [hp] to watt [W], or Convert watt to horsepower.
1 hp = 745.7 W. To convert horsepower to watt, multiply the value by 745.7; to go the other way, divide by it (1 W = 0.00134102185866 hp). 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 = 745.7 W
- 1 W = 0.00134102185866 hp
- 10 hp = 7457 W
- 100 hp = 74570 W
How to Convert Horsepower to Watt
1 hp = 745.7 W
Example: convert 15 hp to W:
15 hp = 15 × 745.7 W = 11185.5 W
Horsepower to Watt Conversion Table
| horsepower | watt |
|---|---|
| 1 hp | 745.7 W |
| 2 hp | 1491.4 W |
| 3 hp | 2237.1 W |
| 5 hp | 3728.5 W |
| 10 hp | 7457 W |
| 20 hp | 14914 W |
| 50 hp | 37285 W |
| 100 hp | 74570 W |
| 500 hp | 372850 W |
| 1000 hp | 745700 W |
Horsepower
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power measurement originally developed to compare the power of engines and motors, representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred.
History/Origin
The term was introduced in the late 18th century by James Watt to compare the power of steam engines to draft horses. It became a standard unit in engineering and automotive industries, with its definition evolving over time from mechanical to metric standards.
Current Use
Horsepower is widely used today to rate the power output of engines, motors, and other machinery, especially in automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications. It remains a common unit for expressing engine power in many countries.
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 in watt?
1 horsepower (hp) = 745.7 watt (W).
How do you convert horsepower to watt?
Multiply the horsepower value by 745.7. For example, 25 hp × 745.7 = 18642.5 W.
What is 10 horsepower in watt?
10 hp = 7457 W.
Which unit is larger, the horsepower or the watt?
The horsepower is the larger unit: 1 hp = 745.7 W.