Kilowatts to Horsepower Converter
Convert kW to hp instantly. 1 kW = 1.34102209 hp.
Conversion Formula
hp = kW × 1.34102209
Example
25 kW × 1.34102209 = 33.52555224 hp
Convert the other way: Horsepower to Kilowatts →
Kilowatts to Horsepower Conversion Table
| Kilowatts (kW) | Horsepower (hp) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 0.134102209 |
| 0.5 | 0.6705110448 |
| 1 | 1.34102209 |
| 2 | 2.682044179 |
| 5 | 6.705110448 |
| 10 | 13.4102209 |
| 20 | 26.82044179 |
| 25 | 33.52555224 |
| 50 | 67.05110448 |
| 100 | 134.102209 |
| 500 | 670.5110448 |
| 1,000 | 1,341.02209 |
About These Units
- Kilowatts (kW)
- Exactly 1,000 watts. Kilowatts rate electric car motors, home solar systems, and heating elements, and European car specifications list engine output in kW beside horsepower.
- Horsepower (hp)
- Here, mechanical horsepower of 550 foot-pounds-force per second, about 745.7 W. It is used for American car engines, lawn equipment, and electric motors, and it is slightly larger than the 735.5 W metric horsepower.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hp are in 1 kW?
1 kW equals 1.34102209 hp.
How do I convert Kilowatts to Horsepower?
Multiply your Kilowatts value by 1.34102209. For example, 25 kW × 1.34102209 = 33.52555224 hp.
How many kW are in 1 hp?
1 hp equals 0.7456998716 kW.