Horsepower (Metric) to Horsepower (550 ft·lbf/s) Conversion

Convert between Horsepower (Metric) and Horsepower (550 ft·lbf/s) quickly and accurately.

hp (metric)
hp (550 ft·lbf/s)

How to Convert Horsepower (Metric) to Horsepower (550 ft·lbf/s)

Conversion Formula

1 hp (metric) = 0.986 hp (550 ft·lbf/s)
1 hp (550 ft·lbf/s) = 1.014 hp (metric)

Example

Convert 15 hp (metric) to hp (550 ft·lbf/s):

15 hp (metric) = 15 × 0.986 hp (550 ft·lbf/s) = 14.795 hp (550 ft·lbf/s)

Unit Information

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Horsepower (Metric)

hp (metric)

Definition

The horsepower (metric) is a unit of power equal to approximately 735 watts, representing the power output of a horse in the metric system. It is commonly used in European automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, and industrial applications for measuring the power output of engines, motors, and mechanical systems.

History/Origin

The horsepower (metric) was defined in the metric system to provide a standardized unit for measuring mechanical power. It is slightly different from the imperial horsepower and is commonly used in European countries and international applications.

Current Use

Widely used in European automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, and industrial applications for measuring the power output of engines, motors, and mechanical systems. Essential for engine specifications and mechanical power ratings in metric countries.

Multiplier

735.499

Offset

0

Horsepower (550 ft·lbf/s)

hp (550 ft·lbf/s)

Definition

The horsepower (550 ft·lbf/s) is a unit of power equal to 550 foot-pounds per second, representing the power output of a horse. It is commonly used in automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, and industrial applications for measuring the power output of engines, motors, and mechanical systems.

History/Origin

The horsepower (550 ft·lbf/s) was originally defined by James Watt in the 18th century to compare the power output of steam engines to that of horses. It became a standard unit for measuring mechanical power and is still widely used in automotive and industrial applications.

Current Use

Widely used in automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, and industrial applications for measuring the power output of engines, motors, and mechanical systems. Essential for engine specifications and mechanical power ratings.

Multiplier

745.7

Offset

0

Horsepower (Metric) to Horsepower (550 ft·lbf/s) Conversion Table

Horsepower (Metric) [hp (metric)] Horsepower (550 ft·lbf/s) [hp (550 ft·lbf/s)]
1 hp (metric) 0.98632 hp (550 ft·lbf/s)
10 hp (metric) 9.863201 hp (550 ft·lbf/s)
25 hp (metric) 24.658002 hp (550 ft·lbf/s)
50 hp (metric) 49.316004 hp (550 ft·lbf/s)
100 hp (metric) 98.632007 hp (550 ft·lbf/s)
0 hp (metric) 0E+0 hp (550 ft·lbf/s)
-10 hp (metric) -9.863201 hp (550 ft·lbf/s)
-40 hp (metric) -39.452803 hp (550 ft·lbf/s)

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