Convert kilojoule/second to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert kilojoule/second [kJ/s] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to kilojoule/second.
1 kJ/s = 1.3596216173 hp (metric). To convert kilojoule/second to horsepower (metric), multiply the value by 1.3596216173; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp (metric) = 0.73549875 kJ/s). 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/s = 1.3596216173 hp (metric)
- 1 hp (metric) = 0.73549875 kJ/s
- 10 kJ/s = 13.596216173 hp (metric)
- 100 kJ/s = 135.96216173 hp (metric)
How to Convert Kilojoule/second to Horsepower (Metric)
1 kJ/s = 1.3596216173039 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 kJ/s to hp (metric):
15 kJ/s = 15 × 1.3596216173039 hp (metric) = 20.3943242595586 hp (metric)
Kilojoule/second to Horsepower (Metric) Conversion Table
| kilojoule/second | horsepower (metric) |
|---|---|
| 1 kJ/s | 1.3596216173 hp (metric) |
| 2 kJ/s | 2.71924323461 hp (metric) |
| 3 kJ/s | 4.07886485191 hp (metric) |
| 5 kJ/s | 6.79810808652 hp (metric) |
| 10 kJ/s | 13.596216173 hp (metric) |
| 20 kJ/s | 27.1924323461 hp (metric) |
| 50 kJ/s | 67.9810808652 hp (metric) |
| 100 kJ/s | 135.96216173 hp (metric) |
| 500 kJ/s | 679.810808652 hp (metric) |
| 1000 kJ/s | 1359.6216173 hp (metric) |
Kilojoule/second
A kilojoule per second (kJ/s) is a unit of power equivalent to one kilojoule of energy transferred or converted per second.
History/Origin
The kilojoule per second is derived from the SI units of energy (joule) and time (second), and has been used in scientific and engineering contexts to measure power, especially in fields like physics and energy studies.
Current Use
It is used to quantify power in various applications, including electrical power, mechanical power, and energy transfer rates, particularly where kilojoules and seconds are the relevant units.
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/second in horsepower (metric)?
1 kilojoule/second (kJ/s) = 1.3596216173 horsepower (metric) (hp (metric)).
How do you convert kilojoule/second to horsepower (metric)?
Multiply the kilojoule/second value by 1.3596216173. For example, 25 kJ/s × 1.3596216173 = 33.9905404326 hp (metric).
What is 10 kilojoule/second in horsepower (metric)?
10 kJ/s = 13.596216173 hp (metric).
Which unit is larger, the kilojoule/second or the horsepower (metric)?
The kilojoule/second is the larger unit: 1 kJ/s = 1.3596216173 hp (metric).