Metric horsepower to Mechanical horsepower formula
mechanical horsepower = metric horsepower × 0.98632
Multiply the number of metric horsepower by 0.98632 to get mechanical horsepower. To go the other way, multiply by 1.01387 instead, or use the hp to metric hp converter.
Metric horsepower to Mechanical horsepower conversion table
Common metric hp to hp values, rounded for reading. The converter above keeps full precision.
| Metric horsepower | Mechanical horsepower |
|---|---|
| 1 PS | 0.98632 hp |
| 10 PS | 9.8632 hp |
| 50 PS | 49.316 hp |
| 100 PS | 98.632 hp |
| 250 PS | 246.58 hp |
| 500 PS | 493.16 hp |
| 750 PS | 739.74 hp |
| 1,000 PS | 986.32 hp |
| 1,500 PS | 1,479.48 hp |
| 2,000 PS | 1,972.64 hp |
| 5,000 PS | 4,931.6 hp |
| 10,000 PS | 9,863.2 hp |
| 12,000 PS | 11,835.8 hp |
| 18,000 PS | 17,753.8 hp |
| 24,000 PS | 23,671.7 hp |
Worked example
To convert 500 PS to mechanical horsepower, multiply by 0.98632: the result is 493.16 hp. Mechanical horsepower and metric horsepower are different units. BTU per hour is a power rate; BTU by itself is energy.
Frequently asked questions
How many mechanical horsepower are in a metric horsepower?
One metric horsepower equals 0.98632 mechanical horsepower (1 PS = 0.98632 hp).
What is 500 metric horsepower in mechanical horsepower?
500 PS converts to 493.16 hp. Enter any other value in the converter above to see it recalculated instantly.
How do I convert mechanical horsepower back to metric horsepower?
Reverse the calculation: one mechanical horsepower equals 1.01387 metric horsepower. You can also swap the units in the converter or open the hp to metric hp page.
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