Power to Horsepower (Imperial) Converter

From

Watt (W)

Watt to Horsepower (Imperial) Conversion

1 Watt = 0.0013410220888438 Horsepower (Imperial)

Convert between Watt and Horsepower (Imperial) with step-by-step calculations.

Unit Information

Watt (W)

The SI derived unit of power.

System: SI

Horsepower (Imperial) (hp (Imperial))

The Imperial mechanical horsepower, defined as 550 foot-pounds per second.

System: Imperial

Conversion Process

This conversion uses Watt as the base unit. We'll first convert Watt to Watt, then convert from Watt to Horsepower (Imperial).

Step 1: Convert from Watt to Watt

1 × 1 = 1

Result: 1 Watt

Step 2: Convert from Watt to Horsepower (Imperial)

1 × 0.0013410220888438 = 0.0013410220888438

Result: 0.0013410220888438 Horsepower (Imperial)

Direct Conversion Factor

1 ÷ 745.7 = 0.0013410220888438

Direct conversion: 1 Watt = 0.0013410220888438 Horsepower (Imperial)

Horsepower (Imperial) (hp (Imperial))

System: Imperial

Definition:1 Imperial mechanical horsepower = 550 foot-pounds per second = 745.699872 Watts (exact).

Origin: Standardized definition derived from historical usage.

Common Usage: Commonly used in the US and UK for rating the power of engines and motors.

Synonyms: hp, hp (UK), horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s), mechanical horsepower, bhp

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