Metric horsepower to Horsepower
Convert Metric horsepower to Horsepower instantly. Free online engineering unit converter with exact formula, conversion table and FAQ.
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Formula
hp = PS × 0.98632
PS = hp × 1.01387
Conversion table
| 1 PS | 0.98632 hp |
| 5 PS | 4.9316 hp |
| 10 PS | 9.8632 hp |
| 20 PS | 19.7264 hp |
| 50 PS | 49.316 hp |
| 100 PS | 98.632 hp |
| 500 PS | 493.16 hp |
| 1000 PS | 986.32 hp |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the Metric horsepower (PS). Metric horsepower.
What is the destination unit in this conversion?
The destination unit is the Horsepower (hp). Mechanical horsepower.
How do I convert Metric horsepower to Horsepower?
Multiply the Metric horsepower value by 0.98632. For example, 10 PS × 0.98632 = 9.8632 hp.
Is the Metric horsepower to Horsepower 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 Metric horsepower needs to be compared with, or reported in, Horsepower, such as in engineering, scientific, or industrial calculations.
Can I convert Horsepower back to Metric horsepower?
Yes. Multiply the Horsepower value by 1.01387 to get Metric horsepower.
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About this conversion
This page converts Metric horsepower (PS) to Horsepower (hp) within the engineering converter.
Metric horsepower. Mechanical horsepower.
The formula is hp = PS × 0.98632, 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 Metric horsepower values already converted to Horsepower.