Foot-pounds per Second to Horsepower

Convert Foot-Pound per Second to Horsepower instantly. Quick and accurate power conversion for electrical, mechanical, and HVAC applications.

What is the ft·lb/s → hp Converter?

This tool converts Foot-Pound per Second (ft·lb/s) to Horsepower (hp) quickly and accurately. Whether you work with motors, appliances, HVAC systems, or engineering specs, it gives you instant, reliable results right in your browser.

Conversion factor: 1 ft·lb/s = 0.001818 hp. Multiply any ft·lb/s value by 0.001818 to get hp.

Understanding the Units

Foot-Pound per Second (ft·lb/s)

Imperial unit of mechanical power. Used in engineering calculations involving torque and rotational speed.

Horsepower (hp)

Mechanical horsepower used in the US and UK. Equal to 745.7 watts. Standard for rating vehicle engines and industrial motors.

Common Applications

Mechanical Power

Convert torque-and-speed calculations into standard power units.

Engineering Specs

Relate imperial mechanical power to horsepower and watts.

Machinery Design

Size drives and transmissions from work-rate figures.

How to Use

Converting ft·lb/s to hp takes just a few seconds:

Enter the value

Type your Foot-Pound per Second value into the first input field.

Read the result

The Horsepower result appears instantly in the second field as you type.

Copy or swap

Use the copy button to grab the result, or the swap button (↔) to reverse the direction and convert hp back to ft·lb/s.

Conversion Formula

Formula: hp = ft·lb/s × 0.001818. To reverse: ft·lb/s = hp × 550.

Worked Example

For example, 100 ft·lb/s × 0.001818 = 0.1818 hp.

Quick Reference Table

Common ft·lb/s-to-hp conversions at a glance:

ft·lb/s	hp
100 ft·lb/s	0.1818 hp
500 ft·lb/s	0.9091 hp
1000 ft·lb/s	1.82 hp
5000 ft·lb/s	9.09 hp
10000 ft·lb/s	18.18 hp
50000 ft·lb/s	90.91 hp

Features

Instant Conversion

Results update as you type — no convert button needed. Calculations use precise factors for engineering-grade accuracy.

Bidirectional Input

Type in either field and the other updates automatically, so you can convert in whichever direction you need.

Copy Results

One click copies any value to your clipboard for documents, spreadsheets, or specifications.

Many Power Units

Switch the dropdowns to convert among Watts, Kilowatts, Megawatts, Horsepower, BTU/h, Tons of Refrigeration, and more.

Mobile Friendly

Works smoothly on desktop, tablet, and phone — convert power units anywhere.

100% Private

Every calculation runs locally in your browser. No data is stored or sent to any server.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert ft·lb/s to hp?

Multiply the ft·lb/s value by 0.001818. For example, 1 ft·lb/s = 0.001818 hp.

What is the formula for ft·lb/s to hp?

The formula is hp = ft·lb/s × 0.001818. To convert back, use ft·lb/s = hp × 550.

What is Foot-Pound per Second?

Imperial unit of mechanical power. Used in engineering calculations involving torque and rotational speed.

What is Horsepower?

Mechanical horsepower used in the US and UK. Equal to 745.7 watts. Standard for rating vehicle engines and industrial motors.

Is this converter accurate?

Yes. It uses internationally recognized conversion factors with high precision, suitable for engineering, HVAC, and automotive work.

Can I convert other power units?

Yes. Use the dropdown menus to choose from many units including Watts, Kilowatts, Megawatts, Horsepower (hp/PS), BTU/h, Tons of Refrigeration, and more.