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Horsepower to BTU/hour

1 Horsepower = 2544.43 BTU/hour


Conversion Formula

To convert Horsepower to BTU/hour, multiply the value by 2544.43.

Horsepower × 2544.43 = BTU/hour

Quick Reference

hp BTU/h
1 2544.43
5 12722.2
10 25444.3
25 63610.9
50 127222
100 254443
500 1272220
1000 2544430

What is Horsepower?

Horsepower (symbol: hp) is a unit of measurement of power, or the rate at which work is done.

It was originally coined by James Watt to compare the output of steam engines with the power of draft horses. There are different variations, but the most common “mechanical horsepower” is approximately 745.7 watts.

Common Uses

Horsepower is the standard unit used to measure the peak power output of internal combustion engines in cars, motorcycles, and boats.

What is BTU/hour?

BTU per hour (symbol: BTU/h) is an imperial unit of power that measures heat output or removal over time.

One BTU/h is approximately equal to 0.293 watts.

Common Uses

This unit is almost universally used in the United States and the United Kingdom to specify the heating and cooling capacity of residential and commercial HVAC units, such as air conditioners and heaters.

How many btu/hour are in a horsepower?

There are 2544.43 btu/hour in 1 horsepower.


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