Tons of Refrigeration (TR)	Horsepower (hp)
1 TR	4.7162 hp
2 TR	9.4324 hp
5 TR	23.5809 hp
10 TR	47.1618 hp
25 TR	117.9044 hp
50 TR	235.8089 hp
100 TR	471.6177 hp
250 TR	1179.04 hp
500 TR	2358.09 hp
1000 TR	4716.18 hp

Convert Tons of Refrigeration to Horsepower

Convert tons of refrigeration to horsepower (TR to hp) with our instant calculator. 1 TR = 4.716177 hp. Includes exact formula and reference tables.

How to Convert Tons of Refrigeration to Horsepower (TR to hp)

1 Ton of Refrigeration (TR) is equal to 4.716177 Horsepower (hp). Multiply the ton of refrigeration value by 4.716177347

Quick Answer 1 TR = 4.716177 hp

Formula hp = TR × 4.716177347

Inverse Factor 1 hp = 0.212036 TR

Unit Definitions & Metrology Context

The SI unit of power is the watt (W), equal to 1 joule per second. 1 mechanical horsepower equals ~745.7 watts.

About Tons of Refrigeration (TR): Ton of Refrigeration (TR) is a unit in the Power measurement category. It is widely used in 12,000 btu/h (ac & heat pump cooling). Relative to the power base unit, 1 TR equals 3516.852842 Watts (W).

About Horsepower (hp): Horsepower (Mechanical/US) (hp) is a unit in the Power measurement category. It is a standard everyday unit of power measurement. Relative to the power base unit, 1 hp equals 745.699872 Watts (W).

Need to convert in the opposite direction? Visit our Convert Horsepower to Tons of Refrigeration (hp to TR) calculator (1 hp = 0.212036 TR).

Step-by-Step Worked Examples (TR to hp)

Convert 5 Tons of Refrigeration to Horsepower: Applying the formula (hp = TR × 4.716177347): starting with 5 TR, multiply the ton of refrigeration value by 4.716177347 to get 23.5809 hp.
Convert 10 Tons of Refrigeration to Horsepower: Applying the formula (hp = TR × 4.716177347): starting with 10 TR, multiply the ton of refrigeration value by 4.716177347 to get 47.1618 hp.
Convert 50 Tons of Refrigeration to Horsepower: Applying the formula (hp = TR × 4.716177347): starting with 50 TR, multiply the ton of refrigeration value by 4.716177347 to get 235.8089 hp.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Verified answers and formulas for converting tons of refrigeration to horsepower.

How many horsepower are in 1 ton of refrigeration?

There are 4.716177 horsepower (hp) in 1 ton of refrigeration (TR). Conversely, 1 horsepower (mechanical/us) equals 0.212036 tons of refrigeration.

How do you convert tons of refrigeration to horsepower?

To convert tons of refrigeration (TR) to horsepower (hp), use the formula: hp = TR × 4.716177347. Multiply the ton of refrigeration value by 4.716177347. For example, 10 TR equals 47.1618 hp.

How do I convert back from horsepower to tons of refrigeration?

To convert in the reverse direction from horsepower (hp) to tons of refrigeration (TR), use the inverse formula: TR = hp × 0.2120361315. Multiply the horsepower (mechanical/us) value by 0.2120361315 (1 hp = 0.212036 TR).

What is the difference between ton of refrigeration (TR) and horsepower (mechanical/us) (hp)?

Both ton of refrigeration and horsepower (mechanical/us) measure power. Ton of Refrigeration (TR) is a unit in the Power measurement category. It is widely used in 12,000 btu/h (ac & heat pump cooling). Relative to the power base unit, 1 TR equals 3516.852842 Watts (W). Horsepower (Mechanical/US) (hp) is a unit in the Power measurement category. It is a standard everyday unit of power measurement. Relative to the power base unit, 1 hp equals 745.699872 Watts (W).

How many watts are in 1 horsepower?

1 mechanical (imperial) horsepower equals approximately 745.7 watts. 1 metric horsepower (PS) equals ~735.5 watts.