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What does horsepower mean?

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Noun
  1. A non-metric unit of power (symbol hp) with various definitions, for different applications. The most common of them is probably the mechanical horsepower, approximately equal to 745.7 watts.
  2. A metric horsepower (symbol often PS from the German abbreviation), approximately equal to 735.5 watts.
  3. Strength
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Sump pumps are generally sold according to the horsepower rating of the pump motor.
The new generation produces about the same horsepower, naturally aspirated, as the old turbocharged engine.
The difference in horsepower per cylinder is the cause of rough running at lean mixtures.
Do you have specific targets to achieve for the start of next year, in terms of horsepower and revs?
The Sterling diesel engine was an 8 cylinder 8x9 engine operating at 1200 rpm and rated at 650 horsepower.
Hansen's truck is powered by a Brent Voges-built 327-cid engine that is rated at 250 horsepower.

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