Convert Gigawatt to Metric Horsepower
Convert gigawatts to metric horsepower by entering a value below.
How to Convert Gigawatts to Metric Horsepower
The gigawatt and metric horsepower are both units of power. 1 gigawatt equals 1359621.6173 metric horsepower. This means to convert gigawatts to metric horsepower, you multiply by 1359621.6173.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 GW to metric horsepower:
We need to convert gigawatts to metric horsepower
Since 1 GW = 1359621.6173 PS, multiply by 1359621.6173
5 × 1359621.6173 = 6798108.0865
5 GW = 6798108.0865 PS
Gigawatt to Metric Horsepower Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common gigawatt to metric horsepower conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Gigawatts (GW) | Metric Horsepower (PS) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 GW | 135962.16173 PS |
| 0.5 GW | 679810.80865 PS |
| 1 GW | 1359621.6173 PS |
| 2 GW | 2719243.2346 PS |
| 5 GW | 6798108.0865 PS |
| 10 GW | 13596216.173 PS |
| 25 GW | 33990540.433 PS |
| 50 GW | 67981080.865 PS |
| 100 GW | 135962161.73 PS |
About These Units
Gigawatt (GW)
A gigawatt (GW) equals 1,000 megawatts or 1 billion watts. Gigawatts measure national electricity capacity, large power grids, and total generating capacity. US peak electricity demand is about 700 GW. Famous from "Back to the Future": 1.21 gigawatts.
Metric Horsepower (PS)
Metric horsepower (PS from German Pferdestärke) equals 735.5 watts, about 1.4% less than mechanical HP. PS is used in Europe and Japan for automotive specifications. One PS can lift 75 kg one meter in one second. Sometimes listed as CV, ch, or pk in different countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert gigawatts to metric horsepower?
To convert gigawatts to metric horsepower, multiply the value by 1359621.6173. For example, 10 GW = 13596216.173 PS.
How many metric horsepower are in 1 gigawatt?
1 gigawatt equals 1359621.6173 metric horsepower.
What is the formula for gigawatts to metric horsepower?
The formula is: PS = GW × 1359621.6173.