Metric Horsepower to Foot-pounds per Second Converter
Convert metric horsepower (PS) to foot-pounds per second (ft·lbf/s) with the calculator below. Enter a value in either field for an instant result.
10 PS equals 5424.760388 ft·lbf/s.
Metric Horsepower to Foot-pounds per Second Conversion Table
Use these common values as a quick reference.
| Metric Horsepower (PS) | Foot-pounds per Second (ft·lbf/s) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 PS | 5.424760388 ft·lbf/s |
| 0.1 PS | 54.24760388 ft·lbf/s |
| 1 PS | 542.4760388 ft·lbf/s |
| 2 PS | 1084.952078 ft·lbf/s |
| 5 PS | 2712.380194 ft·lbf/s |
| 10 PS | 5424.760388 ft·lbf/s |
| 20 PS | 10849.52078 ft·lbf/s |
| 50 PS | 27123.80194 ft·lbf/s |
| 100 PS | 54247.60388 ft·lbf/s |
| 1000 PS | 542476.0388 ft·lbf/s |
How to Convert Metric Horsepower to Foot-pound per Second
Conversion: 1 PS = 542.4760388 ft·lbf/s.
Formula: foot-pounds per second = metric horsepower × 542.4760388
- Enter the metric horsepower value.
- Apply the conversion formula shown above.
- Round the result only as much as your use requires.
Example: 10 PS = 5424.760388 ft·lbf/s.
Understanding the Metric Horsepower to Foot-pound per Second Conversion
One metric horsepower equals 542.4760388 ft·lbf/s. Because this factor is greater than one, the numerical value usually becomes larger when converting from PS to ft·lbf/s, even though the measured quantity does not change.
Power measures the rate at which energy is transferred or work is performed. Watts are the SI reference, while horsepower and BTU per hour are common for engines, motors, heating and cooling.
Metric Horsepower is commonly used for European vehicle and machinery ratings, while Foot-pound per Second is commonly used for mechanical and engineering calculations. Converting between them makes measurements easier to compare without changing the quantity being described.
Worked Metric Horsepower to Foot-pound per Second Examples
These examples show how the conversion works for several practical values.
- 0.5 PS: 0.5 × 542.4760388 = 271.2380194 ft·lbf/s.
- 3 PS: 3 × 542.4760388 = 1627.428117 ft·lbf/s.
- 25 PS: 25 × 542.4760388 = 13561.90097 ft·lbf/s.
Accuracy, Precision and Rounding
Everyday Units stores each unit as a factor relative to a shared base unit—Watt. The entered value is converted to that base and then to foot-pound per second.
The calculator normally shows up to ten significant digits and removes unnecessary trailing zeros. This balances accuracy with readability. If the result will be used in engineering, science, medicine, trade or another precision-sensitive setting, follow the rounding and tolerance rules required for that specific use.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Check that the selected symbols match the units shown in the source measurement.
- Do not round the conversion factor before completing the calculation.
- Keep the unit symbol beside the number so the result cannot be mistaken for another measurement.
About the Units
Metric Horsepower (PS)
Definition: One metric horsepower is equal to 735.49875 W in the converter’s base system.
History and origin: Metric horsepower is based on kilogram-force meters per second.
Current use: This unit is commonly used for European vehicle and machinery ratings.
Foot-pound per Second (ft·lbf/s)
Definition: One foot-pound per second is equal to 1.355817948 W in the converter’s base system.
History and origin: This power unit expresses mechanical work per second.
Current use: This unit is commonly used for mechanical and engineering calculations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many foot-pounds per second are in one metric horsepower?
One metric horsepower is 542.4760388 ft·lbf/s. The calculator uses this relationship for every value entered.
What is the reverse foot-pound per second to metric horsepower conversion?
One foot-pound per second equals 0.001843399392 PS. Use the reverse-conversion link below to open that calculator directly.
Can I convert decimal and very small values?
Yes. Enter integers, decimals, or very small values in either field. Results use sensible precision, with scientific notation only when it improves readability.
How should I round the result?
Keep the full calculator result during intermediate work, then round once at the end. Everyday estimates may need only two or three decimal places, while technical work may require more significant digits.
Is the metric horsepower to foot-pound per second conversion accurate?
The calculation uses the centralized conversion constant shown on this page. Everyday Units converts through the category’s base unit and keeps more precision internally than is normally needed for display.
How This Calculator Works
All calculations happen locally in your browser. No conversion request is sent to an external service. The same centralized unit definitions power the calculator, formula, examples and tables, which helps keep the figures consistent across every related page. Read our conversion methodology and sources for standards, assumptions and rounding details.
For a quick check, compare the forward and reverse relationships above: converting a value to ft·lbf/s and back to PS should return the original measurement, apart from normal display rounding.