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Convert kilowatts to horsepower (Power)

1 kW = 1.341022 hp. Convert kilowatts to horsepower instantly with the converter below.

Value

Result —

How to convert

Multiply the value (kW) by 1.341022 to get hp — example: 5 kW = 6.70511 hp

Conversion table

Kilowatts to horsepower conversion table
Kilowatt	Horsepower
1 kW	1.341022 hp
2 kW	2.682044 hp
5 kW	6.70511 hp
10 kW	13.410221 hp
50 kW	67.051104 hp
100 kW	134.102209 hp
250 kW	335.255522 hp
500 kW	670.511045 hp
1,000 kW	1,341.02209 hp

About the units

Kilowatt — symbol kW.
Horsepower — symbol hp.

The horsepower here is mechanical hp = 745.7 W; metric horsepower (PS) = 735.5 W.

Frequently asked questions

How many horsepower are in 1 kilowatt?

1 kW = 1.341022 hp.

How do I convert kilowatts to horsepower?

Multiply the value (kW) by 1.341022 to get hp.

How many kilowatts are in 1 horsepower?

1 hp = 0.7457 kW.

Which definition does this conversion use?

The horsepower here is mechanical hp = 745.7 W; metric horsepower (PS) = 735.5 W.

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