Watts to Horsepower Converter (W to hp)

Convert between Watts (W) and Horsepower (hp). Free online power converter with formulas and conversion tables.

Convert Watts to Horsepower

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About Watts and Horsepower

Watts (W)

The watt (W) is the SI unit of power, equivalent to one joule per second.

Horsepower (hp)

Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power equal to 745.7 watts, traditionally used for engines.

How to Convert Watts to Horsepower

Formula

Horsepower = Watts ÷ 745.7

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Enter your Watts value in the calculator above
The calculator will automatically convert to Horsepower
View the result and other equivalent units below the calculator

Common W to hp Conversions

1 W

Convert 1 Watts to Horsepower

10 W

Convert 10 Watts to Horsepower

100 W

Convert 100 Watts to Horsepower

1000 W

Convert 1000 Watts to Horsepower

5000 W

Convert 5000 Watts to Horsepower

10000 W

Convert 10000 Watts to Horsepower

Applications and Uses

Automotive and Engineering

Converting between watts and horsepower is common in automotive engineering for comparing engine power outputs.

Industrial Equipment

Many industrial machines specify power in both electrical (watts) and mechanical (horsepower) units.

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