Use the calculator above to convert Kilowatts (kW) to Horsepower (hp) instantly, or check the reference table and answers below. 1 Kilowatt equals 1.341022 hp.
To convert Kilowatts to Horsepower, multiply the Kilowatts value by 1.34102. To go the other way, divide by 1.34102 instead.
How many Horsepower are in 1 Kilowatt?
1 Kilowatt (kW) equals 1.341022 hp.
How many Horsepower are in 10 Kilowatts?
10 Kilowatts (kW) equals 13.410220 hp.
Symbol: kW
A kilowatt (kW) equals 1,000 watts, commonly used to rate the power of appliances, engines, and electrical systems.
Symbol: hp
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power originally defined to compare steam engine output to draft horses, still widely used to rate vehicle and machine power.
| Kilowatts [kW] | Horsepower [hp] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 kW | 0.013410 hp |
| 0.1 kW | 0.134102 hp |
| 1 kW | 1.341022 hp |
| 2 kW | 2.682044 hp |
| 3 kW | 4.023066 hp |
| 5 kW | 6.705110 hp |
| 10 kW | 13.410220 hp |
| 20 kW | 26.820440 hp |
| 50 kW | 67.051100 hp |
| 100 kW | 134.102200 hp |
| 1000 kW | 1341.022000 hp |