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What does BHP@rpm mean?

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In my car's specs sheet I noticed: Power (BHP@rpm): 117@6600

What does BHP@rpm mean?

asked Feb 18, 2016 at 23:39

Jomar Sevillejo

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Brake Horse Power at 6600 RPM.

BHP is measured at the crankshaft. This post gives a nice description of how the BHP is calculated.

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answered Feb 18, 2016 at 23:55

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