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Horsepower to Kilowatts converter

Convert hp to kW instantly. Type any value and get the result in kilowatts. 1 hp = 0.7457 kW.

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1 hp=
0.7457kW
formula1 hp = 0.7457 kW

Common horsepower → kilowatts

=0.7457 kW
=1.4914 kW
=3.7285 kW
=7.457 kW
=14.914 kW
=37.285 kW
=74.57 kW
=372.85 kW
=745.7 kW

Need a different value? .

Convert the other way
Kilowatts to Horsepower

How to convert horsepower to kilowatts

To convert horsepower to kilowatts, multiply the value by 0.7457.

Formula
kW = hp × 0.7457

For example:

  • →5 hp = 3.7285 kW
  • →100 hp = 74.57 kW

Quick reference

  • ▸1 hp = 0.7457 kW
  • ▸1 kW = 1.34102 hp

When you need to convert hp to kW

  • ·Appliances — wattage to know what your circuit can handle.
  • ·Vehicles — comparing horsepower to kilowatts.
  • ·HVAC — sizing air conditioners with BTU/h.
  • ·Audio gear — speaker and amp ratings.
  • ·Renewable energy — solar panel output.

Frequently asked

How many kilowatts are in 1 horsepower?
One horsepower equals 0.7457 kilowatts.
How do I convert hp to kW in my head?
Multiply the value in horsepower by 0.7457 to get kilowatts.
What is the formula for horsepower to kilowatts?
kW = hp × 0.7457.
What is the reverse — how many horsepower in 1 kilowatt?
One kilowatt equals 1.34102 horsepower.

Related conversions

Kilowatts to Horsepower
1 kW = 1.34102 hp
Horsepower to Watts
1 hp = 745.7 W
Horsepower to Megawatts
1 hp = 0.0007457 MW
Horsepower to Metric Horsepower
1 hp = 1.01387 PS
Watts to Kilowatts
1 W = 0.001 kW
Megawatts to Kilowatts
1 MW = 1,000 kW
Metric Horsepower to Kilowatts
1 PS = 0.735499 kW
BTU per Hour to Kilowatts
1 BTU/h = 0.000293071 kW
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