Convert gigawatt to horsepower (water)
Enter a value below to convert gigawatt [GW] to horsepower (water) [hp (water)]. Reverse conversion: Convert horsepower (water) to gigawatt.
1 GW = 1340405.31176 hp (water). To convert gigawatt to horsepower (water), multiply the value by 1340405.31176; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp (water) = 7.46043e-07 GW). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Gigawatt to Horsepower (Water): Quick Reference
- 1 GW = 1340405.31176 hp (water)
- 1 hp (water) = 7.46043e-07 GW
- 10 GW = 13404053.1176 hp (water)
- 100 GW = 134040531.176 hp (water)
How to Convert Gigawatt to Horsepower (Water)
1 GW = 1340405.31175817 hp (water)
Example: convert 15 GW to hp (water):
15 GW = 15 × 1340405.31175817 hp (water) = 20106079.6763725 hp (water)
Gigawatt to Horsepower (Water) Conversion Table
| gigawatt | horsepower (water) |
|---|---|
| 1 GW | 1340405.31176 hp (water) |
| 2 GW | 2680810.62352 hp (water) |
| 3 GW | 4021215.93527 hp (water) |
| 5 GW | 6702026.55879 hp (water) |
| 10 GW | 13404053.1176 hp (water) |
| 20 GW | 26808106.2352 hp (water) |
| 50 GW | 67020265.5879 hp (water) |
| 100 GW | 134040531.176 hp (water) |
| 500 GW | 670202655.879 hp (water) |
| 1000 GW | 1340405311.76 hp (water) |
Gigawatt: Definition and Use
A gigawatt (GW) is a unit of power equal to one billion watts, used to measure large-scale electrical power generation or consumption.
History/Origin
The gigawatt was introduced as part of the metric system's adoption for expressing large power quantities, particularly in the context of electrical engineering and energy projects, becoming widely used in the 20th century with the growth of large power plants and national grids.
Current Use
Gigawatts are commonly used today to quantify the capacity of power plants, energy production, and national or regional power consumption levels, especially in the context of renewable energy projects and large-scale infrastructure.
Horsepower (Water): Definition and Use
Horsepower (water) is a unit of power used to measure the rate of water flow or energy transfer, based on the power exerted by a water stream.
History/Origin
The water horsepower originated in the 19th century as a way to quantify the power of water wheels and turbines, with its value historically linked to the energy produced by a specific flow of water under certain conditions.
Current Use
Today, water horsepower is primarily used in hydraulic engineering and water power industries to specify the capacity of water turbines, pumps, and other hydraulic equipment.
Gigawatt to Horsepower (Water): Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 gigawatt in horsepower (water)?
1 gigawatt (GW) = 1340405.31176 horsepower (water) (hp (water)).
How do you convert gigawatt to horsepower (water)?
Multiply the gigawatt value by 1340405.31176. For example, 25 GW × 1340405.31176 = 33510132.794 hp (water).
What is 10 gigawatt in horsepower (water)?
10 GW = 13404053.1176 hp (water).
Which unit is larger, the gigawatt or the horsepower (water)?
The gigawatt is the larger unit: 1 GW = 1340405.31176 hp (water).