Convert Metric Horsepower to Horsepower
Use this free converter to change metric horsepower (PS) into horsepower (hp). Metric horsepower and horsepower both measure power. As a quick reference, 1 PS equals 0.98632007 hp, and 1 hp equals 1.0138697 PS.
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Horsepower (hp)
0.98632007
1 PS = 0.98632007 hp
Power conversion table
| Metric Horsepower | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.0098632007 |
| 0.1 | 0.098632007 |
| 0.5 | 0.49316004 |
| 1 | 0.98632007 |
| 2 | 1.9726401 |
| 3 | 2.9589602 |
| 5 | 4.9316004 |
| 10 | 9.8632007 |
| 20 | 19.726401 |
| 25 | 24.658002 |
| 50 | 49.316004 |
| 100 | 98.632007 |
| 1,000 | 986.32007 |
How to convert Metric Horsepower to Horsepower
Multiply the metric horsepower value by 0.98632007 to get horsepower.
- Enter the number of metric horsepower you want to convert.
- The converter instantly shows the equivalent value in horsepower.
- Worked example: 15 PS × 0.98632007 = 14.794801 hp.
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion (horsepower to metric horsepower).
About these units
Metric Horsepower (PS)
- Definition
- Metric horsepower (PS) is a power unit of about 735.5 watts, slightly less than mechanical horsepower.
- History
- It was defined in continental Europe based on metric units.
- Current use
- Metric horsepower (PS or CV) rates vehicle engines in Europe and Asia.
Horsepower (hp)
- Definition
- Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power equal to about 745.7 watts in its mechanical definition.
- History
- Defined by James Watt to compare steam engines with the work of draft horses.
- Current use
- Horsepower rates car, motorcycle, and machinery engines, especially in the US.
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower are in a metric horsepower?
There are 0.98632007 hp in 1 PS. To convert, multiply the number of metric horsepower by 0.98632007.
How do I convert metric horsepower to horsepower?
Multiply the metric horsepower value by 0.98632007 to get horsepower. For example, 10 PS = 9.8632007 hp.
Is this metric horsepower-to-horsepower converter free?
Yes. This converter is completely free, runs entirely in your browser, and requires no sign-up. Your inputs never leave your device.
Convert Metric Horsepower to other power units
| Unit | 1 Metric Horsepower equals |
|---|---|
| Watt (W) | 735.49875 W |
| Kilowatt (kW) | 0.73549875 kW |
| Megawatt (MW) | 0.00073549875 MW |
| Horsepower (hp) | 0.98632007 hp |
| BTU per Hour (BTU/h) | 2509.6259 BTU/h |