Horsepower (Metric) to Watts converter

To convert horsepower (Metric) to watts, enter the value in the first field. The result in watts is calculated automatically using the exact conversion factor.

1 metric hp = 735.49875 W
1 W ≈ 0.0013596216173 metric hp

Formula: W = metric hp × 735.49875
metric hp ≈ W × 0.0013596216173

Definitions: 1 metric hp = 735.49875 W

The metric horsepower (PS in German, CV in Spanish, ch in French) is 75 kilogram-force meters per second, exactly 735.49875 watts, about 1.4% smaller than the mechanical horsepower. It is used for engine power in Europe and much of Asia.

The watt (W) is the SI unit of power, one joule per second. It is used for the rating of light bulbs, appliances, chargers and speakers.

See the conversion table with commonly used values, handy for quick reference or study.