Conversion table: Kilowatts (kW) to Horsepower (hp)
| Kilowatts (kW) | Horsepower (hp) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.341 |
| 2 | 2.682 |
| 3 | 4.0231 |
| 5 | 6.7051 |
| 10 | 13.4102 |
| 15 | 20.1153 |
| 20 | 26.8204 |
| 25 | 33.5256 |
| 50 | 67.0511 |
| 75 | 100.5767 |
| 100 | 134.1022 |
| 250 | 335.2555 |
| 500 | 670.511 |
| 1,000 | 1,341.0221 |
How to use the Kilowatts to Horsepower
- 1 Choose a category, such as length or temperature.
- 2 Enter the value and pick the unit to convert from and to.
- 3 Read the result; use the ⇄ button to swap the units.
Kilowatts to Horsepower conversion formula
1 kW ≈ 1.341 hp
Choose the source and target units, enter a value and the converter applies the exact unit factor or formula. Results are calculated at full precision and displayed with up to 12 significant digits.
When to use this conversion
Kilowatts to Horsepower conversion is useful when comparing measurements shown in different systems. Check whether a specification uses US customary, imperial or metric units before using the result, especially for fuel economy and technical measurements.
Frequently asked questions
How do I kW = horsepower?
Use the formula 1 kW ≈ 1.341 hp and keep the unit system in mind.
Are the results rounded?
Calculations use full precision; the displayed result is limited to 12 significant digits.
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