Foot-pounds per second to Metric horsepower
Convert Foot-pounds per second to Metric horsepower instantly. Free online power unit converter with exact formula, conversion table and FAQ.
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Formula
PS = ft-lb/s × 0.001843399392
ft-lb/s = PS × 542.4760388
Conversion table
| 1 ft-lb/s | 0.0018434 PS |
| 5 ft-lb/s | 0.009217 PS |
| 10 ft-lb/s | 0.018434 PS |
| 20 ft-lb/s | 0.036868 PS |
| 50 ft-lb/s | 0.09217 PS |
| 100 ft-lb/s | 0.18434 PS |
| 500 ft-lb/s | 0.9217 PS |
| 1000 ft-lb/s | 1.8434 PS |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the foot-pound per second (ft-lb/s). Foot-pound per second is an imperial rate of mechanical work, equal to one foot-pound of work performed each second.
What is the destination unit in this conversion?
The destination unit is the metric horsepower (PS). Metric horsepower (PS, Pferdestarke) is defined as exactly 735.49875 watts and is common in European vehicle ratings.
How do I convert foot-pounds per second to metric horsepower?
Multiply the foot-pound per second value by 0.001843399392 to get metric horsepower. For example, 1000 ft-lb/s × 0.001843399392 = 1.8434 PS.
Is the foot-pounds per second to metric horsepower conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by fixed numeric relationships to the watt, so the conversion factor used here, 0.001843399392, is exact.
Where is this conversion commonly used?
It is used when comparing power ratings expressed in foot-pounds per second against equipment, engines, or specifications rated in metric horsepower.
Can I convert metric horsepower back to foot-pounds per second?
Yes. Multiply the metric horsepower value by 542.4760388 to get foot-pound per second.
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About this conversion
This page converts foot-pounds per second (ft-lb/s) into metric horsepower (PS), two units used to describe power, the rate at which energy is transferred or work is done.
Foot-pound per second is an imperial rate of mechanical work, equal to one foot-pound of work performed each second.
Metric horsepower (PS, Pferdestarke) is defined as exactly 735.49875 watts and is common in European vehicle ratings.
The formula is PS = ft-lb/s × 0.001843399392, derived from each unit's fixed relationship to the watt, the SI unit of power.
Because both units are defined by exact numeric relationships to the watt, this conversion is exact rather than approximate.