How to convert kilowatts to horsepowers
hp = kW × 1.34102209
Example: 5 kW × 1.34102209 = 6.705110448 hp
Kilowatts to Horsepowers table
| Kilowatts (kW) | Horsepowers (hp) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 kW | 0.67051104 hp |
| 1 kW | 1.3410221 hp |
| 2 kW | 2.6820442 hp |
| 3 kW | 4.0230663 hp |
| 4 kW | 5.3640884 hp |
| 5 kW | 6.7051104 hp |
| 6 kW | 8.0461325 hp |
| 7 kW | 9.3871546 hp |
| 8 kW | 10.728177 hp |
| 9 kW | 12.069199 hp |
| 10 kW | 13.410221 hp |
| 15 kW | 20.115331 hp |
| 20 kW | 26.820442 hp |
| 25 kW | 33.525552 hp |
| 30 kW | 40.230663 hp |
| 40 kW | 53.640884 hp |
| 50 kW | 67.051104 hp |
| 75 kW | 100.57666 hp |
| 100 kW | 134.10221 hp |
| 250 kW | 335.25552 hp |
| 500 kW | 670.51104 hp |
| 1,000 kW | 1,341.0221 hp |
About these units
Kilowatts (kW): A kilowatt is 1,000 watts, used for engines, motors, heaters and solar systems.
Horsepowers (hp): Mechanical (imperial) horsepower is about 745.7 watts. Car and engine power in the US and UK is often given in hp.
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepowers are in 1 kilowatt?
1 kilowatt (kW) equals 1.34102209 horsepowers (hp).
How do I convert kW to hp?
Multiply the value in kilowatts by 1.34102209. For example, 5 kW × 1.34102209 = 6.705110448 hp.
How do I convert horsepowers back to kilowatts?
Multiply by 0.7456998716 (or divide by 1.34102209). 1 hp = 0.7456998716 kW.
What is a kilowatt?
A kilowatt is 1,000 watts, used for engines, motors, heaters and solar systems.
Conversion factors come from exact international definitions (NIST SP 811, BIPM) where they exist. Results show up to 10 significant digits. Need every power unit at once? Use the Power Converter.