Horsepower to Metric Horsepower Converter
Convert horsepower (hp) to metric horsepower (PS)
Result
1.013869665 PS
Metric Horsepower
1 hp = 1.013869665 PS
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How to convert horsepower to metric horsepower
One horsepower equals 1.01387 metric horsepower, so multiply the number of horsepower by 1.01387.
PS = hp × 1.01387
1 hp = 1.01387 PS · 1 PS = 0.9863201 hp
Worked example
To convert 5 horsepower to metric horsepower: 5 hp × 1.01387 = 5.069348 PS.
About horsepower (hp)
Mechanical horsepower is about 745.7 W. Engine power in the US and UK is often in hp or bhp.
About metric horsepower (PS)
Metric horsepower (PS) is about 735.5 W. Car brochures in India and Europe usually quote PS.
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Frequently asked questions
How many metric horsepower are in one horsepower?
One horsepower equals 1.01387 metric horsepower.
How many horsepower are in one metric horsepower?
One metric horsepower equals 0.9863201 horsepower.
How do I convert horsepower to metric horsepower?
Use the formula PS = hp × 1.01387. For example, 5 hp × 1.01387 = 5.069348 PS.