Convert PS to hp
Input the number of metric horsepower you want to convert to horsepower.
How to Convert Metric Horsepower to Horsepower
The metric horsepower and horsepower (mechanical) are both units of power. 1 horsepower (mechanical) equals 1.013869666 metric horsepower. This means to convert metric horsepower to horsepower, you divide by 1.013869666.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 PS to horsepower:
We need to convert metric horsepower to horsepower
Since 1 hp = 1.013869666 PS, divide by 1.013869666
5 ÷ 1.013869666 = 4.9316003503
5 PS = 4.9316003503 hp
Metric Horsepower to Horsepower (Mechanical) Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common metric horsepower to horsepower (mechanical) conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Metric Horsepower (PS) | Horsepower (hp) |
|---|---|
| 1 PS | 0.9863200701 hp |
| 2 PS | 1.9726401401 hp |
| 5 PS | 4.9316003503 hp |
| 10 PS | 9.8632007007 hp |
| 15 PS | 14.794801051 hp |
| 20 PS | 19.726401401 hp |
| 25 PS | 24.658001752 hp |
| 50 PS | 49.316003503 hp |
| 100 PS | 98.632007007 hp |
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.
Horsepower (Mechanical) (hp)
Mechanical horsepower (hp) equals 745.7 watts or 550 foot-pounds per second. Horsepower rates car engines (average car: 150-300 hp), boat motors, and industrial equipment. Defined by James Watt based on horse-powered mill work. One hp can lift 550 pounds one foot in one second.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert metric horsepower to horsepower?
To convert metric horsepower to horsepower, divide the value by 1.013869666. For example, 10 PS = 9.8632007007 hp.
How many horsepower are in 1 metric horsepower?
1 metric horsepower equals 0.9863200701 horsepower.
What is the formula for metric horsepower to horsepower?
The formula is: hp = PS ÷ 1.013869666.