What is the typical power output of an ambulance?
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Ambulances typically have a power output ranging from 120 to 150 horsepower. Definition of horsepower: Horsepower is a commonly used unit of power measurement in engineering. It generally refers to metric horsepower rather than imperial horsepower. By convention, 1 metric horsepower is defined as the work required to lift a 75-kilogram object 1 meter in 1 second. Metric horsepower specifies that 1 metric horsepower equals the work of 75 kilogram-force meters per second. That is: 1 metric horsepower = 75 kilogram-force meters/second = 735 watts. Main characteristics of horsepower: Lightweight structure, easy mobility, simple installation, minimal vibration, smooth operation, easy management, fuel efficiency, and convenient starting. It is currently the most widely used and highest-volume engine type with excellent starting performance and low fuel consumption.