kW to hp Converter

Convert kilowatts to (mechanical) horsepower.

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1 kW = 1.34102 hp
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How it works

Base unit: W. Values convert via the base unit for this category.

Formula (scale-only): hp = kW Ɨ 1.34102
That is, multiply by 1.34102 to convert kW to hp.
Examples
  • 1 kW = 1.34102 hp
  • 5 kW = 6.70511 hp
Tips
  • 1 horsepower (metric) ā‰ˆ 735.49875 W; mechanical hp ā‰ˆ 745.7 W.

Popular conversions

kWhp
11.34102
56.70511
1013.4102
100134.102

Examples

  • 1 kW = 1.34102 hp
  • 50 kW = 67.0511 hp

How to convert

hp = kW Ɨ 1.34102. Multiply the value in kW by 1.34102 to get hp.

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FAQs

  • hp in 1 kW?

    About 1.34102209 hp.

  • Formula kWā†’hp?

    hp = kW Ɨ 1.34102209.

  • Metric horsepower?

    Metric hp (PS) differs slightly (0.73549875 kW per PS).