Convert kW to PS
Convert kilowatts to metric horsepower by entering a value below.
How to Convert Kilowatts to Metric Horsepower
The kilowatt and metric horsepower are both units of power. 1 kilowatt equals 1.3596216173 metric horsepower. This means to convert kilowatts to metric horsepower, you multiply by 1.3596216173.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 kW to metric horsepower:
We need to convert kilowatts to metric horsepower
Since 1 kW = 1.3596216173 PS, multiply by 1.3596216173
5 × 1.3596216173 = 6.7981080865
5 kW = 6.7981080865 PS
Kilowatt to Metric Horsepower Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common kilowatt to metric horsepower conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Kilowatts (kW) | Metric Horsepower (PS) |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | 1.3596216173 PS |
| 2 kW | 2.7192432346 PS |
| 5 kW | 6.7981080865 PS |
| 10 kW | 13.596216173 PS |
| 15 kW | 20.39432426 PS |
| 20 kW | 27.192432346 PS |
| 25 kW | 33.990540433 PS |
| 50 kW | 67.981080865 PS |
| 100 kW | 135.96216173 PS |
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.
Metric Horsepower (PS)
Metric horsepower (PS from German Pferdestärke) equals 735.5 watts, about 1.4% less than mechanical HP. PS is used in Europe and Japan for automotive specifications. One PS can lift 75 kg one meter in one second. Sometimes listed as CV, ch, or pk in different countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert kilowatts to metric horsepower?
To convert kilowatts to metric horsepower, multiply the value by 1.3596216173. For example, 10 kW = 13.596216173 PS.
How many metric horsepower are in 1 kilowatt?
1 kilowatt equals 1.3596216173 metric horsepower.
What is the formula for kilowatts to metric horsepower?
The formula is: PS = kW × 1.3596216173.