Power

MMBTU/hr to hp conversion

Convert million BTU per hour (MMBTU/hr) to mechanical horsepower (hp). Power is energy per unit time — the rating of pumps, compressors, motors, and heat duties.

1 MMBTU/hr = 393.0148 hp

Formula

To convert million BTU per hour to mechanical horsepower, multiply the MMBTU/hr value by 393.0148. To go the other way, divide by 393.0148 (or multiply by 0.002544434).

MMBTU/hr to hp conversion table

MMBTU/hr	hp
1	393.0148
2	786.0296
5	1965.074
10	3930.148
25	9825.369
50	19650.74
100	39301.48
250	98253.69
500	196507.4
1000	393014.8

Used in practice

Rotating-equipment duties are quoted in kW or hp; heat duties in kW, MW, or BTU/hr.

Electrical input, shaft power, and hydraulic power differ by the efficiencies between them — label which one a number refers to.

Worked example. A power of 0.3412142 MMBTU/hr is 134.1022 hp.

Frequently asked questions

How do you convert million BTU per hour to mechanical horsepower?

Multiply the value in MMBTU/hr by 393.0148 to get hp. For example, 10 MMBTU/hr = 3930.148 hp.

What is 1 MMBTU/hr in hp?

1 MMBTU/hr equals 393.0148 hp.

Where is this conversion used?