Horsepower to Foot-pound per second
Convert Horsepower to Foot-pound per second instantly. Free online engineering unit converter with exact formula, conversion table and FAQ.
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Formula
ft-lb/s = hp × 550
hp = ft-lb/s × 0.00181818
Conversion table
| 1 hp | 550 ft-lb/s |
| 5 hp | 2750 ft-lb/s |
| 10 hp | 5500 ft-lb/s |
| 20 hp | 11000 ft-lb/s |
| 50 hp | 27500 ft-lb/s |
| 100 hp | 55000 ft-lb/s |
| 500 hp | 275000 ft-lb/s |
| 1000 hp | 550000 ft-lb/s |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the Horsepower (hp). Mechanical horsepower.
What is the destination unit in this conversion?
The destination unit is the Foot-pound per second (ft-lb/s). Mechanical power rate.
How do I convert Horsepower to Foot-pound per second?
Multiply the Horsepower value by 550. For example, 10 hp × 550 = 5500 ft-lb/s.
Is the Horsepower to Foot-pound per second conversion exact?
Yes. Both units belong to the same engineering measurement family (power), so the ratio between them is a fixed, defined value rather than a measured approximation.
Where is this conversion commonly used?
It's used whenever a value expressed in Horsepower needs to be compared with, or reported in, Foot-pound per second, such as in engineering, scientific, or industrial calculations.
Can I convert Foot-pound per second back to Horsepower?
Yes. Multiply the Foot-pound per second value by 0.00181818 to get Horsepower.
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About this conversion
This page converts Horsepower (hp) to Foot-pound per second (ft-lb/s) within the engineering converter.
Mechanical horsepower. Mechanical power rate.
The formula is ft-lb/s = hp × 550, based on each unit's fixed relationship to the power base unit.
The conversion is exact, since it relies on a fixed numerical ratio between the two units rather than a measured or approximate value.
Use the calculator above for instant results, or the table below for common Horsepower values already converted to Foot-pound per second.