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Convert watt to horsepower (metric)

Convert watt to horsepower (metric) with a verified formula, worked example, conversion table, precision guidance, and reverse conversion.

watt to horsepower (metric)

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Quick answer

1 watt = 0.0013596216173 horsepower (metric).

Formula

horsepower (metric) = watt × 0.001359621617303904323426790324

Precision

The stored factor is used at full decimal precision; round only the displayed result to the precision required by the task.

How to convert watt to horsepower (metric)

Enter a value in watt.
The conversion is linear, so each watt is worth 0.001359621617303904323426790324 horsepower (metric).
Round the displayed horsepower (metric) value only when needed.

About these units

watt is a unit used in power conversions. Power measures the rate at which energy is transferred or work is performed. Its recorded symbol is W. horsepower (metric) is a unit used in power conversions. Power measures the rate at which energy is transferred or work is performed.

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watt to horsepower (metric) conversion table

watt	horsepower (metric)
0 watt	0e-30 horsepower (metric)
1 watt	0.00135962161730 horsepower (metric)
5 watt	0.00679810808652 horsepower (metric)
10 watt	0.0135962161730 horsepower (metric)
25 watt	0.0339905404326 horsepower (metric)
100 watt	0.135962161730 horsepower (metric)

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert from watt to horsepower (metric)?

The conversion is linear, so each watt is worth 0.001359621617303904323426790324 horsepower (metric).

What formula does CalculatorHQ use for watt to horsepower (metric)?

horsepower (metric) = watt × 0.001359621617303904323426790324

How should I round the result?

The stored factor is used at full decimal precision; round only the displayed result to the precision required by the task.

Can I convert horsepower (metric) back to watt?

Yes. Use the linked reverse conversion, whose formula is validated against this pair with round-trip tests.