Megawatts to metric horsepower converter
Convert megawatts to metric horsepower with an editable calculator, worked example, formula and reference table. Check the unit definitions before you convert.
Updated · How we checkUse a decimal point, such as 2.5. Enter a value in MW; the result is in PS.
Formula
Worked example
Convert 1 MW to PS:
1 MW ≈ 1,359.621617 PS
Multiply your MW value by the factor above. The calculator uses the full conversion factor before rounding the displayed answer.
Megawatts to metric horsepower table
Reference values rounded to 10 significant digits. Use the converter above for other amounts.
| Megawatts (MW) | Metric horsepower (PS) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | ≈ 135.9621617 |
| 0.5 | ≈ 679.8108087 |
| 1 | ≈ 1,359.621617 |
| 2 | ≈ 2,719.243235 |
| 5 | ≈ 6,798.108087 |
| 10 | ≈ 13,596.21617 |
| 25 | ≈ 33,990.54043 |
| 50 | ≈ 67,981.08087 |
| 100 | ≈ 135,962.1617 |
| 1000 | ≈ 1,359,621.617 |
Understanding megawatts
One megawatt equals one million watts or 1,000 kilowatts. Plant or generator capacity is a power rating; energy production additionally depends on runtime and output.
Understanding metric horsepower
Metric horsepower, often labeled PS, is 75 kilogram-force meters per second using standard gravity. It equals 735.49875 watts and differs from mechanical hp.
Precision and rounding
The calculator keeps decimal precision during the conversion. Displayed values use up to 10 significant digits; an approximation sign marks the reference results. Keep extra digits until your final measurement or purchase decision.
References
Definitions and method references. Example rates and prices on this page are editable assumptions.