Watts to Horsepower

How to convert Watts to Horsepower

To convert watts to horsepower, you can use the following formula:

1 horsepower (HP) = 745.7 watts (W)

Example

To convert watts to horsepower, divide the power value in watts by 745.7. The resulting value will be the equivalent power in horsepower.

Horsepower = Watts / 745.7

For example, let’s say you have a power value of 5000 watts that you want to convert to horsepower:

Horsepower = 5000 watts / 745.7 ≈ 6.71 HP

Therefore, 5000 watts is approximately equivalent to 6.71 horsepower.

Rounded Values

When converting from watts to horsepower, it’s common to round the result to a reasonable number of decimal places. Depending on the context, it may be appropriate to round to two or three decimal places.

Horsepower Ratings

In the automotive industry, the power output of engines is often expressed in horsepower. This rating provides an indication of the engine’s performance and capability. Similarly, electrical motors may also be rated in horsepower to indicate their power output.

Watts to Horsepower conversion table

Watts (W)Horsepower (hp)
0.001 W0.00000134102 hp
0.01 W0.0000134102 hp
0.1 W0.000134102 hp
1 W0.00134102 hp
2 W0.00268204 hp
3 W0.00402306 hp
4 W0.00536408 hp
5 W0.0067051 hp
6 W0.00804612 hp
7 W0.00938714 hp
8 W0.01072816 hp
9 W0.01206918 hp
10 W0.0134102 hp
100 W0.134102 hp
1000 W1.34102 hp
10000 W13.4102 hp
100000 W134.102 hp
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