Convert Horsepower (British) to Foot-pounds per second (hp to ft-lb/s)

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Use this calculator to convert Horsepower (British) (hp) to Foot-pounds per second (ft-lb/s) with ease. Get accurate power conversions instantly.

How to Convert Horsepower (British) to Foot-pounds per second

Converting Horsepower (British) to Foot-pounds per second is straightforward. The conversion formula is:

Foot-pounds per second = Horsepower (British) × 550

This means that 1 Horsepower (British) equals 550 Foot-pounds per second. Conversely, 1 Foot-pound per second equals 0.0018181818181818 Horsepower (British).

Example Calculation

To convert 10 Horsepower (British) to Foot-pounds per second:

10 hp × 550 = 5500 ft-lb/s

Common Horsepower (British) to Foot-pounds per second Conversions

  • 1 hp = 550 ft-lb/s
  • 5 hp = 2750 ft-lb/s
  • 10 hp = 5500 ft-lb/s
  • 50 hp = 27500 ft-lb/s
  • 100 hp = 55000 ft-lb/s

Quick Reference

Conversion Formula: Foot-pounds per second = Horsepower (British) × 550

Conversion Ratio: 1 hp = 550 ft-lb/s

Inverse Conversion: 1 ft-lb/s = 0.0018181818181818 hp

Common Applications

Converting between Horsepower (British) and Foot-pounds per second is frequently needed in:

  • Engineering projects
  • Educational purposes and learning
  • Professional applications
  • Technical documentation

Whether you're working on a professional project or need conversions for everyday tasks, this power converter provides accurate results instantly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you convert Horsepower (British) to Foot-pounds per second?

To convert Horsepower (British) to Foot-pounds per second, multiply the value by 550. The formula is: Foot-pounds per second = Horsepower (British) × 550. For example, 10 hp = 5500 ft-lb/s.

How many Foot-pounds per second are in 1 Horsepower (British)?

There are 550 Foot-pounds per second in 1 Horsepower (British). This is the standard conversion factor for power measurements.

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

The conversion formula is: ft-lb/s = hp × 550. Simply multiply your Horsepower (British) value by 550 to get the equivalent in Foot-pounds per second.

How do you convert Foot-pounds per second to Horsepower (British)?

To convert Foot-pounds per second back to Horsepower (British), multiply by 0.0018181818181818. The inverse formula is: Horsepower (British) = Foot-pounds per second × 0.0018181818181818.

Is Horsepower (British) to Foot-pounds per second conversion accurate?

Yes, this converter uses the standard international conversion factor of 550, ensuring accurate and reliable results for all power conversions.

When should I use Horsepower (British) vs Foot-pounds per second?

Horsepower (British) and Foot-pounds per second are different units of power. Use Horsepower (British) for various applications and Foot-pounds per second for various applications.

Quick Reference - hp to ft-lb/s

Quick reference table showing common Horsepower (British) to Foot-pounds per second conversions. Use this chart for fast lookups of frequently used values.

hpft-lb/s
0.1 hp55 ft-lb/s
0.2 hp110 ft-lb/s
0.3 hp165 ft-lb/s
0.4 hp220 ft-lb/s
0.5 hp275 ft-lb/s
0.6 hp330 ft-lb/s
0.7 hp385 ft-lb/s
0.8 hp440 ft-lb/s
0.9 hp495 ft-lb/s
hpft-lb/s
1 hp550 ft-lb/s
2 hp1100 ft-lb/s
3 hp1650 ft-lb/s
4 hp2200 ft-lb/s
5 hp2750 ft-lb/s
6 hp3300 ft-lb/s
7 hp3850 ft-lb/s
8 hp4400 ft-lb/s
9 hp4950 ft-lb/s
hpft-lb/s
10 hp5500 ft-lb/s
20 hp11000 ft-lb/s
30 hp16500 ft-lb/s
40 hp22000 ft-lb/s
50 hp27500 ft-lb/s
60 hp33000 ft-lb/s
70 hp38500 ft-lb/s
80 hp44000 ft-lb/s
90 hp49500 ft-lb/s
hpft-lb/s
100 hp55000 ft-lb/s
200 hp110000 ft-lb/s
300 hp165000 ft-lb/s
400 hp220000 ft-lb/s
500 hp275000 ft-lb/s
600 hp330000 ft-lb/s
700 hp385000 ft-lb/s
800 hp440000 ft-lb/s
900 hp495000 ft-lb/s
hpft-lb/s
1000 hp550000 ft-lb/s
2000 hp1100000 ft-lb/s
3000 hp1650000 ft-lb/s
4000 hp2200000 ft-lb/s
5000 hp2750000 ft-lb/s
6000 hp3300000 ft-lb/s
7000 hp3850000 ft-lb/s
8000 hp4400000 ft-lb/s
9000 hp4950000 ft-lb/s
hpft-lb/s
10000 hp5500000 ft-lb/s
20000 hp11000000 ft-lb/s
30000 hp16500000 ft-lb/s
40000 hp22000000 ft-lb/s
50000 hp27500000 ft-lb/s
60000 hp33000000 ft-lb/s
70000 hp38500000 ft-lb/s
80000 hp44000000 ft-lb/s
90000 hp49500000 ft-lb/s

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