Horsepower

hp

Comumente usado

The horsepower is an iconic imperial unit for measuring power, defined historically as the power output of a draft horse. It remains standard for car engines in the US and automotive industry worldwide.

Conversor rápido

1 hp = kJ

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Horsepower (hp)

The horsepower is an iconic imperial unit for measuring power, defined historically as the power output of a draft horse. It remains standard for car engines in the US and automotive industry worldwide.

Characteristics

  • Imperial system unit
  • 1 hp = 745.7 watts (mechanical horsepower)
  • Car engines: rated in horsepower (typical: 100-400 hp)
  • Motor ratings: expressed in hp for industrial motors
  • Variants: mechanical hp, electrical hp, boiler hp

Conversions

  • 1 hp = 745.7 W
  • 1 hp = 0.7457 kW
  • 1 hp = 0.000747 MW
  • 1 hp = 0.9863 BTU/s
  • 1 hp = 3540 BTU/h
  • 1.34102 hp = 1 kW

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Usado em regiões

US Automotive Motors
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