Convert kilojoule/hour to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert kilojoule/hour [kJ/h] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to kilojoule/hour.
1 kJ/h = 0.000377672671775 hp (metric). To convert kilojoule/hour to horsepower (metric), multiply the value by 0.000377672671775; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp (metric) = 2647.79549788 kJ/h). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kJ/h = 0.000377672671775 hp (metric)
- 1 hp (metric) = 2647.79549788 kJ/h
- 10 kJ/h = 0.00377672671775 hp (metric)
- 100 kJ/h = 0.0377672671775 hp (metric)
How to Convert Kilojoule/hour to Horsepower (Metric)
1 kJ/h = 0.000377672671775445 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 kJ/h to hp (metric):
15 kJ/h = 15 × 0.000377672671775445 hp (metric) = 0.00566509007663167 hp (metric)
Kilojoule/hour to Horsepower (Metric) Conversion Table
| kilojoule/hour | horsepower (metric) |
|---|---|
| 1 kJ/h | 0.000377672671775 hp (metric) |
| 2 kJ/h | 0.000755345343551 hp (metric) |
| 3 kJ/h | 0.00113301801533 hp (metric) |
| 5 kJ/h | 0.00188836335888 hp (metric) |
| 10 kJ/h | 0.00377672671775 hp (metric) |
| 20 kJ/h | 0.00755345343551 hp (metric) |
| 50 kJ/h | 0.0188836335888 hp (metric) |
| 100 kJ/h | 0.0377672671775 hp (metric) |
| 500 kJ/h | 0.188836335888 hp (metric) |
| 1000 kJ/h | 0.377672671775 hp (metric) |
Kilojoule/hour
A kilojoule per hour (kJ/h) is a unit of power representing the amount of energy in kilojoules transferred or converted per hour.
History/Origin
The kilojoule per hour has been used as a measure of power in contexts where energy transfer rates are expressed over time, particularly in engineering and scientific applications, though it is less common than standard SI units like watts.
Current Use
kJ/h is used in specific fields such as thermodynamics and energy management to quantify energy transfer rates, especially in systems where energy is measured in kilojoules and the rate is expressed per hour, though it is often converted to watts for standardization.
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 kilojoule/hour in horsepower (metric)?
1 kilojoule/hour (kJ/h) = 0.000377672671775 horsepower (metric) (hp (metric)).
How do you convert kilojoule/hour to horsepower (metric)?
Multiply the kilojoule/hour value by 0.000377672671775. For example, 25 kJ/h × 0.000377672671775 = 0.00944181679439 hp (metric).
What is 10 kilojoule/hour in horsepower (metric)?
10 kJ/h = 0.00377672671775 hp (metric).
Which unit is larger, the kilojoule/hour or the horsepower (metric)?
The horsepower (metric) is the larger unit: 1 kJ/h equals only 0.000377672671775 hp (metric).