Convert Metric to Mechanical using the exact conversion factor. This page provides the formula, reference values, and practical context for engineering, technical calculations, and professional measurement use.
Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) = Mechanical Horsepower (hp) × 0.986322
To convert Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) to Mechanical Horsepower (hp), multiply the value by 0.986322. The conversion factor is based on standardized unit definitions and is suitable for engineering analysis, system design, and professional measurement workflows.
Convert 1 hp-metric to hp-mech.
So, 1 hp-metric = 0.986322 hp-mech.
One Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) equals 0.986322 Mechanical Horsepower (hp)
Units of power are standardized measurements used to quantify the rate of energy transfer or mechanical output in motors, engines, and electrical equipment.
One Mechanical Horsepower (hp) equals 0.986322 Metric Horsepower (PS/CV)
Units of power are standardized measurements used to quantify the rate of energy transfer or mechanical output in motors, engines, and electrical equipment.
How many Mechanical Horsepower (hp) are in 1 Metric Horsepower (PS/CV)?
1 Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) = 0.986322 Mechanical Horsepower (hp).
How many Mechanical Horsepower (hp) are in one Metric Horsepower (PS/CV)?
One Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) equals 0.986322 Mechanical Horsepower (hp).
How many hp-mech are in one hp-metric?
One hp-metric equals 0.986322 hp-mech.
What is the formula for converting Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) to Mechanical Horsepower (hp)?
Multiply the Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) value by 0.986322.
Can I reverse the conversion?
Yes. 1 Mechanical Horsepower (hp) = 1.013868 Metric Horsepowers (PS/CV).
Is this Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) to Mechanical Horsepower (hp) conversion accurate for engineering use?
Yes. The conversion uses a standardized conversion factor suitable for engineering calculations, technical analysis, and professional reference.
Can this conversion be used for scientific or technical calculations?
Yes. This conversion is appropriate for scientific analysis, engineering calculations, simulations, and technical documentation where unit consistency is required.
By applying the conversion factor shown above, you can convert Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) to Mechanical Horsepower (hp) for equipment sizing, performance comparison, and electrical planning.
1 hp-metric = 735.5 W
1 Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) = 735.5 Watts (W)
One Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) equals 735.5 Watts (W)
1 hp-metric = 7.355 × 10⁵ mW
1 Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) = 7.355 × 10⁵ Milliwatts (mW)
One Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) equals 7.355 × 10⁵ Milliwatts (mW)
1 hp-metric = 0.7355 kW
1 Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) = 0.7355 Kilowatt (kW)
One Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) equals 0.7355 Kilowatt (kW)
1 hp-metric = 0.00074 MW
1 Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) = 0.00074 Megawatt (MW)
One Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) equals 0.00074 Megawatt (MW)
1 hp-metric = 7.355 × 10⁻⁷ GW
1 Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) = 7.355 × 10⁻⁷ Gigawatt (GW)
One Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) equals 7.355 × 10⁻⁷ Gigawatt (GW)
1 hp-metric = 7.355 × 10⁻¹⁰ TW
1 Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) = 7.355 × 10⁻¹⁰ Terawatt (TW)
One Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) equals 7.355 × 10⁻¹⁰ Terawatt (TW)
1 hp-metric = 7.355 × 10⁻¹³ PW
1 Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) = 7.355 × 10⁻¹³ Petawatt (PW)
One Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) equals 7.355 × 10⁻¹³ Petawatt (PW)
1 hp-metric = 0.98632 hp-mech
1 Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) = 0.98632 Mechanical Horsepower (hp)
One Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) equals 0.98632 Mechanical Horsepower (hp)
1 hp-metric = 0.98592 hp-electric
1 Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) = 0.98592 Electrical Horsepower (hp)
One Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) equals 0.98592 Electrical Horsepower (hp)
1 hp-metric = 0.07498 bhp
1 Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) = 0.07498 Boiler Horsepower (BHP)
One Metric Horsepower (PS/CV) equals 0.07498 Boiler Horsepower (BHP)