Horsepower to Metric horsepower
Convert Horsepower to Metric horsepower instantly. Free online power unit converter with exact formula, conversion table and FAQ.
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Formula
PS = hp × 1.013869665
hp = PS × 0.9863200706
Conversion table
| 1 hp | 1.01387 PS |
| 5 hp | 5.06935 PS |
| 10 hp | 10.1387 PS |
| 20 hp | 20.2774 PS |
| 50 hp | 50.6935 PS |
| 100 hp | 101.387 PS |
| 500 hp | 506.935 PS |
| 1000 hp | 1013.87 PS |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the horsepower (hp). Mechanical (imperial) horsepower is a traditional unit of power used for engines and motors, defined as exactly 745.6998715822702 watts.
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 horsepower to metric horsepower?
Multiply the horsepower value by 1.013869665 to get metric horsepower. For example, 1 hp × 1.013869665 = 1.01387 PS.
Is the horsepower to metric horsepower conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by fixed numeric relationships to the watt, so the conversion factor used here, 1.013869665, is exact.
Where is this conversion commonly used?
It is used when comparing power ratings expressed in horsepower against equipment, engines, or specifications rated in metric horsepower.
Can I convert metric horsepower back to horsepower?
Yes. Multiply the metric horsepower value by 0.9863200706 to get horsepower.
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About this conversion
This page converts horsepower (hp) into metric horsepower (PS), two units used to describe power, the rate at which energy is transferred or work is done.
Mechanical (imperial) horsepower is a traditional unit of power used for engines and motors, defined as exactly 745.6998715822702 watts.
Metric horsepower (PS, Pferdestarke) is defined as exactly 735.49875 watts and is common in European vehicle ratings.
The formula is PS = hp × 1.013869665, 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.