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Kilowatts to Horsepower Converter
Convert kilowatts (kW) to horsepower (hp) instantly. Includes formula, worked example, and a full reference chart from 1 to 1000 kW.
Kilowatts
kW
Horsepower
hp
How to convert kilowatts to horsepower
One kilowatt equals approximately 1.341 mechanical horsepower. To convert kW to hp, multiply by 1.341. A 100 kW motor produces about 134.1 hp.
Formula
hp = kW × 1.341
Worked example
Convert 100 kW to hp:
100 kW × 1.341022089595028 → 134.102209 hp
100 kW × 1.341022089595028 → 134.102209 hp
Common kilowatts to horsepower values
Quick reference for common kilowatt values:
- 1 kW = 1.341022 hp
- 5 kW = 6.70511 hp
- 10 kW = 13.410221 hp
- 100 kW = 134.102209 hp
Kilowatts to Horsepower conversion table
Full reference chart — useful for cooking, fitness, engineering, or homework.
| Kilowatts | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | 1.341022 hp |
| 2 kW | 2.682044 hp |
| 3 kW | 4.023066 hp |
| 5 kW | 6.70511 hp |
| 10 kW | 13.410221 hp |
| 20 kW | 26.820442 hp |
| 25 kW | 33.525552 hp |
| 50 kW | 67.051104 hp |
| 75 kW | 100.576657 hp |
| 100 kW | 134.102209 hp |
| 250 kW | 335.255522 hp |
| 500 kW | 670.511045 hp |
| 1000 kW | 1,341.0221 hp |
Horsepower to Kilowatts table (reverse)
Looking the other way? Here's the reverse conversion:
| Horsepower | Kilowatts |
|---|---|
| 1 hp | 0.7457 kW |
| 2 hp | 1.4914 kW |
| 3 hp | 2.2371 kW |
| 5 hp | 3.728499 kW |
| 10 hp | 7.456999 kW |
| 20 hp | 14.913997 kW |
| 25 hp | 18.642497 kW |
| 50 hp | 37.284994 kW |
| 75 hp | 55.92749 kW |
| 100 hp | 74.569987 kW |
| 250 hp | 186.424968 kW |
| 500 hp | 372.849936 kW |
| 1000 hp | 745.699872 kW |
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower are in 1 kilowatt?
There are 1.341022 hp in 1 kW.
How many horsepower are in 10 kilowatts?
10 kW = 13.410221 hp.
How many kilowatts are in 1 horsepower?
1 hp = 0.7457 kW.
What is the formula to convert kilowatts to horsepower?
The formula is hp = kW × 1.341.