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Kilowatt to Horsepower (mechanical) Converter
Use this page to convert kilowatt values into horsepower (mechanical), with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 kW = 1.34102208959503 hp
1 hp = 0.74569987158227 kW
Example: 15 kW = 20.1153313439254 hp
Kilowatt
A kilowatt equals 1,000 watts.
History: It became standard with electrical generation and industrial equipment.
Current use: Kilowatts are used for generators, motors, and charging systems.
Also written as kW, kilowatts.
Horsepower (mechanical)
Mechanical horsepower equals 745.69987158227 watts.
History: Horsepower was popularized to compare steam engines with horses.
Current use: Horsepower is used in automotive and machinery ratings.
Also written as hp, horsepower, horsepowers.
Kilowatt to Horsepower (mechanical) table
| Kilowatt [kW] | Horsepower (mechanical) [hp] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 kW | 0.0134102208959503 hp |
| 0.1 kW | 0.134102208959503 hp |
| 1 kW | 1.34102208959503 hp |
| 2 kW | 2.68204417919006 hp |
| 5 kW | 6.70511044797514 hp |
| 10 kW | 13.4102208959503 hp |
| 20 kW | 26.8204417919006 hp |
| 50 kW | 67.0511044797514 hp |
| 100 kW | 134.102208959503 hp |
Frequently asked questions
How many Horsepower (mechanical) (hp) are in one Kilowatt (kW)?
One Kilowatt equals 1.34102208959503 Horsepower (mechanical).
How do you convert Kilowatt to Horsepower (mechanical)?
Multiply the Kilowatt value by 1.34102208959503 to get the result in Horsepower (mechanical).
How do you convert Horsepower (mechanical) back to Kilowatt?
Multiply the Horsepower (mechanical) value by 0.74569987158227 to get back to Kilowatt.
What is 15 Kilowatt in Horsepower (mechanical)?
15 Kilowatt equals 20.1153313439254 Horsepower (mechanical).