Converting from Watt (W) to Horsepower, Metric (hp) | Power

What is Watt (W)

Watt (W) is the unit of power in the International System of Units (SI). It is the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred.

What is Horsepower, Metric (hp)

Horsepower, Metric (hp) is a unit of power commonly used in the automotive and engineering industries. It is equivalent to 735.4988 watts.

Conversion Formulas

To convert from Watt (W) to Horsepower, Metric (hp):

hp=W×0.001359622

To convert from Horsepower, Metric (hp) to Watt (W):

W=hp×735.4988

Examples

1. Converting 6 Watts to Horsepower:

6×0.001359622=0.00815773hp

2. Converting 4 Horsepower to Watts:

4×735.4988=2941.995W

3. Converting 10 Watts to Horsepower:

10×0.001359622=0.01359622hp

4. Converting 6 Horsepower to Watts:

6×735.4988=4412.992W

Use this reference page to perform conversions between Watt (W) and Horsepower, Metric (hp).