PS to MW Converter

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Quick answer: To convert PS to MW, multiply by 0.0007354987. For example, 10 PS is 0.007354987 MW. One metric horsepower equals 0.0007354987 MW.

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PS to MW formula and what each symbol means

MW = PS × 0.0007354987

Symbols used in the formula
SymbolMeaning
PSMetric horsepower
MWMegawatt

PS to MW examples

1 PS

1 PS × 0.0007354987 = 0.0007354987 MW.

10 PS

10 PS × 0.0007354987 = 0.007354987 MW.

100 PS

100 PS × 0.0007354987 = 0.07354988 MW.

PS compared with MW

One MW is 1,360 times as large as one PS, so your number gets smaller when you convert PS to MW and bigger when you convert back. If the answer is not smaller than what you typed, you multiplied instead of dividing.

About PS and MW

Metric horsepower (PS): Metric horsepower (Pferdestärke), exactly 735.49875 watts. Megawatt (MW): One million watts.

Where PS to MW 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 PS to MW step by step

  1. Enter the value in PS (the starting unit).
  2. Multiply by 0.0007354987, because 1 PS = 0.0007354987 MW.
  3. The product is the value in MW. To go back, divide by 0.0007354987 or multiply by 1,359.622.

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How to read your PS to MW result

Quick estimate: multiply by about 0.00074 to get MW from PS; this is within 0.7% of the exact factor. Mechanical horsepower is about 745.7 W while metric horsepower (PS) is exactly 735.49875 W, so check which one a car or motor spec uses.

PSMW
10.0007354987
20.001470997
50.003677494
100.007354987
200.01470997
500.03677494
1000.07354988
1,0000.7354987

MW to PS: quick table

MWPS
11,359.622
56,798.108
1013,596.22
2533,990.54
5067,981.08
100135,962.2
250339,905.4
500679,810.8

Common mistakes when calculating PS to MW

  • Assuming all horsepower figures are the same: mechanical hp is about 1.4% larger than metric PS.
  • Dividing when you should multiply: from PS to MW multiply by 0.0007354987; from MW to PS divide by 0.0007354987.

PS to MW FAQ

How many MW are in 1 PS?

1 PS equals 0.0007354987 MW.

How many PS are in 1 MW?

1 MW equals 1,359.622 PS.

Is 1 PS = 0.0007354987 MW an exact conversion?

The factor is shown rounded to 7 significant figures (0.0007354987). The calculator above uses more digits.

What is a metric horsepower (PS)?

Metric horsepower (Pferdestärke), exactly 735.49875 watts.

How can I estimate PS to MW in my head?

Quick estimate: multiply by about 0.00074 to get MW from PS; this is within 0.7% of the exact factor.

What is 500 PS in MW?

500 PS = 0.3677494 MW (since 500 × 0.0007354987).

What is 15 PS in MW?

15 PS = 0.01103248 MW (since 15 × 0.0007354987).

What is 75 PS in MW?

75 PS = 0.05516241 MW (since 75 × 0.0007354987).

How many decimals should I keep when converting PS to MW?

Match the precision of your original measurement. For example, 0.007354987 MW rounds to 0.00735 MW 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