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could you please explain to me what factors effect rear wheel hp versus flywheel hp? how much of a difference is there in fly wheel and rear wheel hp?
 
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parasitic losses through the drivetrain is what makes the difference between FWHP and RWHP. generally i think the formula is something like 15-20% loss between FWHP and RWHP. for example a 300 FWHP motor would be putting approximately 240 hp to the ground.
 

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thanks bnickel
 
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