Convert joule/second to horsepower [metric]


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How many joule/second in 1 horsepower [metric]? The answer is 735.49875. We assume you are converting between joule/second and horsepower [metric]. You can view more details on each measurement unit: joule/second or horsepower [metric] The SI derived unit for power is the watt. 1 watt is equal to 1 joule/second, or 0.0013596216173039 horsepower [metric]. Note that rounding errors may occur, so always check the results. Use this page to learn how to convert between joules/second and horsepower. Type in your own numbers in the form to convert the units!



Quick conversion chart of joule/second to horsepower [metric]

1 joule/second to horsepower [metric] = 0.00136 horsepower [metric]

10 joule/second to horsepower [metric] = 0.0136 horsepower [metric]

50 joule/second to horsepower [metric] = 0.06798 horsepower [metric]

100 joule/second to horsepower [metric] = 0.13596 horsepower [metric]

200 joule/second to horsepower [metric] = 0.27192 horsepower [metric]

500 joule/second to horsepower [metric] = 0.67981 horsepower [metric]

1000 joule/second to horsepower [metric] = 1.35962 horsepower [metric]


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Definition: Horsepower

Metric horsepower began in Germany in the 19th century and became popular across Europe and Asia. The various units used to indicate this definition ("PS", "CV", "pk", and "ch") all translate to "horse power" in English. Metric horsepower, as a rule, is defined as 0.73549875 kW, or roughly 98.6% of mechanical horsepower.


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