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Metric Horsepower to Horsepower converter

Convert PS to hp instantly. Type any value and get the result in horsepower. 1 PS = 0.98632 hp.

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1 PS=
0.98632hp
formula1 PS = 0.98632 hp

Common metric horsepower → horsepower

=0.98632 hp
=1.97264 hp
=4.9316 hp
=9.8632 hp
=19.7264 hp
=49.316 hp
=98.632 hp
=493.16 hp
=986.32 hp

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Convert the other way
Horsepower to Metric Horsepower

How to convert metric horsepower to horsepower

To convert metric horsepower to horsepower, multiply the value by 0.98632.

Formula
hp = PS × 0.98632

For example:

  • →5 PS = 4.9316 hp
  • →100 PS = 98.632 hp

Quick reference

  • ▸1 PS = 0.98632 hp
  • ▸1 hp = 1.01387 PS

When you need to convert PS to hp

  • ·Appliances — wattage to know what your circuit can handle.
  • ·Vehicles — comparing horsepower to kilowatts.
  • ·HVAC — sizing air conditioners with BTU/h.
  • ·Audio gear — speaker and amp ratings.
  • ·Renewable energy — solar panel output.

Frequently asked

How many horsepower are in 1 metric horsepower?
One metric horsepower equals 0.98632 horsepower.
How do I convert PS to hp in my head?
Multiply the value in metric horsepower by 0.98632 to get horsepower.
What is the formula for metric horsepower to horsepower?
hp = PS × 0.98632.
What is the reverse — how many metric horsepower in 1 horsepower?
One horsepower equals 1.01387 metric horsepower.

Related conversions

Horsepower to Metric Horsepower
1 hp = 1.01387 PS
Metric Horsepower to Watts
1 PS = 735.499 W
Metric Horsepower to Kilowatts
1 PS = 0.735499 kW
Metric Horsepower to Megawatts
1 PS = 0.000735499 MW
Watts to Horsepower
1 W = 0.00134102 hp
Kilowatts to Horsepower
1 kW = 1.34102 hp
Megawatts to Horsepower
1 MW = 1,341.02 hp
BTU per Hour to Horsepower
1 BTU/h = 0.000393015 hp
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