Power from Force and Speed Calculator
🛹 Work, energy & power. Use the Power from force and speed formula to find power, force, speed: pick the value you want, type the others, and the answer updates as you go.
Pick the ○ next to the value you want to find, fill in the others, and it solves as you type.
What each letter means
| Quantity | Unit |
|---|---|
| Power | W |
| Force | N |
| Speed | m/s |
Worked example
Find the power when Force = 500 N, Speed = 3 m/s.
Using P = Fv: Power = 1500 W.
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula for Power from force and speed?
P = Fv.
What do the letters stand for, and what units are used?
Power in W, Force in N, Speed in m/s.
How do you calculate power?
Put the values into P = Fv. For example, with Force = 500 N, Speed = 3 m/s, power = 1500 W.
Can I solve for a different value?
Yes. In the calculator above, pick the circle next to any value (power, force, speed) and fill in the others: it rearranges the formula for you.
