Metric horsepower (hp(M))
Metric horsepower is used for engine power in Europe and technical specifications.
History: horsepower began as a practical comparison between steam engines and working horses.
Quickly convert metric horsepower to watts without lookup tables or manual math.
This page is focused on converting metric horsepower to watts. Type a number into the first field and the result appears immediately in the second field.
Example: 1 hp(M) = 735.49875 W. Conversion formula: result = value × 735.49875 / 1.
Use this converter for everyday calculations, study notes, engineering checks, and quick value verification without installing a separate app.
Metric horsepower is used for engine power in Europe and technical specifications.
History: horsepower began as a practical comparison between steam engines and working horses.
The watt is the SI unit of power and describes the rate of energy transfer or consumption.
History: the watt is named after James Watt and is the SI unit of power.
Enter a value in the Metric horsepower field. The converter applies the formula "result = value × 735.49875 / 1" and immediately shows the result in watts.
1 hp(M) = 735.49875 W.
Yes. Use the swap button or choose the reverse pair from the full conversion list.