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Watts to Horsepower Converter
Convert watts (W) to horsepower (hp) instantly. Includes formula, worked example, and a full reference chart from 1 to 1000 W.
Watts
W
Horsepower
hp
How to convert watts to horsepower
One mechanical horsepower equals 745.6999 watts. To convert watts to horsepower, divide by 745.6999 (or multiply by 0.001341).
Formula
hp = watts ÷ 745.6999
Worked example
Convert 1000 W to hp:
1000 W × 0.001341022089595 → 1.341022 hp
1000 W × 0.001341022089595 → 1.341022 hp
Common watts to horsepower values
Quick reference for common watt values:
- 1 W = 0.00134102 hp
- 5 W = 0.00670511 hp
- 10 W = 0.0134102 hp
- 100 W = 0.134102 hp
Watts to Horsepower conversion table
Full reference chart — useful for cooking, fitness, engineering, or homework.
| Watts | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 1 W | 0.00134102 hp |
| 2 W | 0.00268204 hp |
| 3 W | 0.00402307 hp |
| 5 W | 0.00670511 hp |
| 10 W | 0.0134102 hp |
| 20 W | 0.0268204 hp |
| 25 W | 0.0335256 hp |
| 50 W | 0.0670511 hp |
| 75 W | 0.100577 hp |
| 100 W | 0.134102 hp |
| 250 W | 0.335256 hp |
| 500 W | 0.670511 hp |
| 1000 W | 1.341022 hp |
Horsepower to Watts table (reverse)
Looking the other way? Here's the reverse conversion:
| Horsepower | Watts |
|---|---|
| 1 hp | 745.699872 W |
| 2 hp | 1,491.3997 W |
| 3 hp | 2,237.0996 W |
| 5 hp | 3,728.4994 W |
| 10 hp | 7,456.9987 W |
| 20 hp | 14,913.9974 W |
| 25 hp | 18,642.4968 W |
| 50 hp | 37,284.9936 W |
| 75 hp | 55,927.4904 W |
| 100 hp | 74,569.9872 W |
| 250 hp | 186,424.9679 W |
| 500 hp | 372,849.9358 W |
| 1000 hp | 745,699.8716 W |
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower are in 1 watt?
There are 0.00134102 hp in 1 W.
How many horsepower are in 10 watts?
10 W = 0.0134102 hp.
How many watts are in 1 horsepower?
1 hp = 745.699872 W.
What is the formula to convert watts to horsepower?
The formula is hp = watts ÷ 745.6999.