MW to PS Converter
Quick answer: To convert MW to PS, multiply by 1,359.622. For example, 10 MW is 13,596.22 PS. One megawatt equals 1,359.622 PS.
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Use the MW to PS Converter
MW to PS formula and what each symbol means
PS = MW × 1,359.622
| Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|
| MW | Megawatt |
| PS | Metric horsepower |
MW to PS examples
1 MW
1 MW × 1,359.622 = 1,359.622 PS.
10 MW
10 MW × 1,359.622 = 13,596.22 PS.
100 MW
100 MW × 1,359.622 = 135,962.2 PS.
MW compared with PS
One MW is 1,360 times as large as one PS, so your number gets bigger when you convert MW to PS and smaller when you convert back. If the answer is not larger than what you typed, you divided instead of multiplying.
About MW and PS
Megawatt (MW): One million watts. Metric horsepower (PS): Metric horsepower (Pferdestärke), exactly 735.49875 watts.
Where MW to PS conversions are used
Engines and motors are rated in kilowatts or horsepower, depending on the market. Appliances and chargers list their draw in watts, while air conditioners may quote BTU per hour.
How to calculate MW to PS step by step
- Enter the value in MW (the starting unit).
- Multiply by 1,359.622, because 1 MW = 1,359.622 PS.
- The product is the value in PS. To go back, divide by 1,359.622 or multiply by 0.0007354987.
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How to read your MW to PS result
Quick estimate: multiply by about 1,360 to get PS from MW; this is within 0.1% of the exact factor. One watt is one joule per second.
| MW | PS |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1,359.622 |
| 2 | 2,719.243 |
| 5 | 6,798.108 |
| 10 | 13,596.22 |
| 20 | 27,192.43 |
| 50 | 67,981.08 |
| 100 | 135,962.2 |
| 1,000 | 1,359,622 |
PS to MW: quick table
| PS | MW |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0007354987 |
| 5 | 0.003677494 |
| 10 | 0.007354987 |
| 25 | 0.01838747 |
| 50 | 0.03677494 |
| 100 | 0.07354988 |
| 250 | 0.1838747 |
| 500 | 0.3677494 |
Common mistakes when calculating MW to PS
- Assuming all horsepower figures are the same: mechanical hp is about 1.4% larger than metric PS.
- Dividing when you should multiply: from MW to PS multiply by 1,359.622; from PS to MW divide by 1,359.622.
MW to PS FAQ
How many PS are in 1 MW?
1 MW equals 1,359.622 PS.
How many MW are in 1 PS?
1 PS equals 0.0007354987 MW.
Is 1 MW = 1,359.622 PS an exact conversion?
The factor is shown rounded to 7 significant figures (1,359.622). The calculator above uses more digits.
What is a megawatt (MW)?
One million watts.
How can I estimate MW to PS in my head?
Quick estimate: multiply by about 1,360 to get PS from MW; this is within 0.1% of the exact factor.
What is 150 MW in PS?
150 MW = 203,943.2 PS (since 150 × 1,359.622).
What is 0.5 MW in PS?
0.5 MW = 679.8108 PS (since 0.5 × 1,359.622).
What is 25 MW in PS?
25 MW = 33,990.54 PS (since 25 × 1,359.622).
How many decimals should I keep when converting MW to PS?
Match the precision of your original measurement. For example, 13,596.22 PS rounds to 13,600 PS at 3 significant figures; keep more digits only for engineering or scientific work.
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Method, review and disclaimer
Edited by: Hemant Kumar and Anjita Rai, founders of ToolsVault (SEO and content professional, not a licensed adviser). Method: this tool runs in your browser using the formula shown on this page; the numbers you enter are not sent to our servers. Sources: NIST SP 811, Appendix B.8: conversion factors