Convert horsepower (water) to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert horsepower (water) [hp (water)] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to horsepower (water).
1 hp (water) = 1.01433619024 hp (metric). To convert horsepower (water) to horsepower (metric), multiply the value by 1.01433619024; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp (metric) = 0.985866431291 hp (water)). 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 (water) = 1.01433619024 hp (metric)
- 1 hp (metric) = 0.985866431291 hp (water)
- 10 hp (water) = 10.1433619024 hp (metric)
- 100 hp (water) = 101.433619024 hp (metric)
How to Convert Horsepower (Water) to Horsepower (Metric)
1 hp (water) = 1.01433619023826 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 hp (water) to hp (metric):
15 hp (water) = 15 × 1.01433619023826 hp (metric) = 15.2150428535739 hp (metric)
Horsepower (Water) to Horsepower (Metric) Conversion Table
| horsepower (water) | horsepower (metric) |
|---|---|
| 1 hp (water) | 1.01433619024 hp (metric) |
| 2 hp (water) | 2.02867238048 hp (metric) |
| 3 hp (water) | 3.04300857071 hp (metric) |
| 5 hp (water) | 5.07168095119 hp (metric) |
| 10 hp (water) | 10.1433619024 hp (metric) |
| 20 hp (water) | 20.2867238048 hp (metric) |
| 50 hp (water) | 50.7168095119 hp (metric) |
| 100 hp (water) | 101.433619024 hp (metric) |
| 500 hp (water) | 507.168095119 hp (metric) |
| 1000 hp (water) | 1014.33619024 hp (metric) |
Horsepower (Water)
Horsepower (water) is a unit of power used to measure the rate of water flow or energy transfer, based on the power exerted by a water stream.
History/Origin
The water horsepower originated in the 19th century as a way to quantify the power of water wheels and turbines, with its value historically linked to the energy produced by a specific flow of water under certain conditions.
Current Use
Today, water horsepower is primarily used in hydraulic engineering and water power industries to specify the capacity of water turbines, pumps, and other hydraulic equipment.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 horsepower (water) in horsepower (metric)?
1 horsepower (water) (hp (water)) = 1.01433619024 horsepower (metric) (hp (metric)).
How do you convert horsepower (water) to horsepower (metric)?
Multiply the horsepower (water) value by 1.01433619024. For example, 25 hp (water) × 1.01433619024 = 25.358404756 hp (metric).
What is 10 horsepower (water) in horsepower (metric)?
10 hp (water) = 10.1433619024 hp (metric).
Which unit is larger, the horsepower (water) or the horsepower (metric)?
The horsepower (water) is the larger unit: 1 hp (water) = 1.01433619024 hp (metric).