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Kilowatts to Horsepower converter

Convert kW to hp instantly. Type any value and get the result in horsepower. 1 kW = 1.34102 hp.

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1 kW=
1.34102hp
formula1 kW = 1.34102 hp

Common kilowatts → horsepower

=1.34102 hp
=2.68204 hp
=6.70511 hp
=13.4102 hp
=26.8204 hp
=67.0511 hp
=134.102 hp
=670.511 hp
=1,341.02 hp

Need a different value? .

Convert the other way
Horsepower to Kilowatts

How to convert kilowatts to horsepower

To convert kilowatts to horsepower, multiply the value by 1.34102.

Formula
hp = kW × 1.34102

For example:

  • →5 kW = 6.70511 hp
  • →100 kW = 134.102 hp

Quick reference

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

When you need to convert kW to hp

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

Related conversions

Horsepower to Kilowatts
1 hp = 0.7457 kW
Kilowatts to Watts
1 kW = 1,000 W
Kilowatts to Megawatts
1 kW = 0.001 MW
Kilowatts to Metric Horsepower
1 kW = 1.35962 PS
Watts to Horsepower
1 W = 0.00134102 hp
Megawatts to Horsepower
1 MW = 1,341.02 hp
Metric Horsepower to Horsepower
1 PS = 0.98632 hp
BTU per Hour to Horsepower
1 BTU/h = 0.000393015 hp
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