Convert kW to horsepower
Enter the number of kilowatts that you want to convert to horsepower.
How to Convert Kilowatts to Horsepower
The kilowatt and horsepower (mechanical) are both units of power. 1 kilowatt equals 1.3410220888 horsepower. This means to convert kilowatts to horsepower, you multiply by 1.3410220888.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 kW to horsepower:
We need to convert kilowatts to horsepower
Since 1 kW = 1.3410220888 hp, multiply by 1.3410220888
5 × 1.3410220888 = 6.7051104442
5 kW = 6.7051104442 hp
Kilowatt to Horsepower (Mechanical) Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common kilowatt to horsepower (mechanical) conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Kilowatts (kW) | Horsepower (hp) |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | 1.3410220888 hp |
| 2 kW | 2.6820441777 hp |
| 5 kW | 6.7051104442 hp |
| 10 kW | 13.410220888 hp |
| 15 kW | 20.115331333 hp |
| 20 kW | 26.820441777 hp |
| 25 kW | 33.525552221 hp |
| 50 kW | 67.051104442 hp |
| 100 kW | 134.10220888 hp |
About These Units
Kilowatt (kW)
A kilowatt (kW) equals 1,000 watts. Kilowatts rate appliance power (space heater: 1.5 kW, hair dryer: 1.8 kW), electric vehicle motors (50-300 kW), and home electrical capacity. Average US home has 200-amp service providing about 48 kW maximum.
Horsepower (Mechanical) (hp)
Mechanical horsepower (hp) equals 745.7 watts or 550 foot-pounds per second. Horsepower rates car engines (average car: 150-300 hp), boat motors, and industrial equipment. Defined by James Watt based on horse-powered mill work. One hp can lift 550 pounds one foot in one second.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert kilowatts to horsepower?
To convert kilowatts to horsepower, multiply the value by 1.3410220888. For example, 10 kW = 13.410220888 hp.
How many horsepower are in 1 kilowatt?
1 kilowatt equals 1.3410220888 horsepower.
What is the formula for kilowatts to horsepower?
The formula is: hp = kW × 1.3410220888.