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horsepower to ft·lb/sec Converter
Convert horsepower to ft·lb/sec instantly with a reference conversion table.
Quick answer: To convert horsepower to ft·lb/sec, multiply by 550. For example, 1 horsepower = 550 ft·lb/sec. Use the calculator below for any value.
horsepower to ft·lb/sec
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Common conversions
| horsepower | ft·lb/sec |
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Formula:
How to convert horsepower to ft·lb/sec
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Enter your value
Type the number of horsepower you want to convert into the left box. The result in ft·lb/sec appears instantly in the right box. You can also type into the right box to convert in the other direction.
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Use the swap button
Click the ⇄ Swap button to reverse the conversion — ft·lb/sec to horsepower. Your current value carries across so you don't have to re-enter anything.
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About horsepower and ft·lb/sec
horsepower and ft·lb/sec are common power measurements.
📊 Common conversions at a glance
| horsepower | ft·lb/sec |
|---|---|
| 0.00182 | 1.001 |
| 0.1 | 55 |
| 0.5 | 275 |
| 1 | 550 |
| 2 | 1100 |
| 5 | 2750 |
Reviewed for 2026. horsepower ↔ ft·lb/sec conversion factor verified against published reference data. Built by a UK-based qualified primary teacher and FA Level 2 coach as part of 247QuickTools' free utility-tools project.