Convert Metric Horsepower to Gigawatt
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How to Convert Metric Horsepower to Gigawatts
The metric horsepower and gigawatt are both units of power. 1 gigawatt equals 1359621.6173 metric horsepower. This means to convert metric horsepower to gigawatts, you divide by 1359621.6173.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 PS to gigawatts:
We need to convert metric horsepower to gigawatts
Since 1 GW = 1359621.6173 PS, divide by 1359621.6173
5 ÷ 1359621.6173 = 3.67749375e-6
5 PS = 3.67749375e-6 GW
Metric Horsepower to Gigawatt Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common metric horsepower to gigawatt conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Metric Horsepower (PS) | Gigawatts (GW) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 PS | 7.3549875e-8 GW |
| 0.5 PS | 3.67749375e-7 GW |
| 1 PS | 7.3549875e-7 GW |
| 2 PS | 1.4709975e-6 GW |
| 5 PS | 3.67749375e-6 GW |
| 10 PS | 7.3549875e-6 GW |
| 25 PS | 1.838746875e-5 GW |
| 50 PS | 3.67749375e-5 GW |
| 100 PS | 7.3549875e-5 GW |
About These Units
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert metric horsepower to gigawatts?
To convert metric horsepower to gigawatts, divide the value by 1359621.6173. For example, 10 PS = 7.3549875e-6 GW.
How many gigawatts are in 1 metric horsepower?
1 metric horsepower equals 7.3549875e-7 gigawatts.
What is the formula for metric horsepower to gigawatts?
The formula is: GW = PS ÷ 1359621.6173.