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Kilowatt to Horsepower Converter
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Kilowatt to Horsepower Formula
Conversion explanation: Multiply the value in Kilowatt by 1.3410220888 to get the equivalent value in Horsepower.
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What is Kilowatt to Horsepower Converter
A kilowatt to horsepower converter changes power values from kilowatts (kW) to mechanical horsepower (hp). Using the standard conversion factor where 1 kilowatt is approximately equal to 1.34102 horsepower, this utility aids engineering tasks. For related calculations, you can also check our watt to kilowatt conversion tool.
Definitions of Kilowatt and Horsepower
What is Kilowatt?
A kilowatt is a unit of electric power equal to 1,000 watts. It is commonly used to express the output capacity of engines and electricity consumption in households. For related unit metrics, you can use our kilowatt to watt conversion tool.
What is Horsepower?
Horsepower is a unit of power used primarily to measure the output of engines and motors. One mechanical horsepower is approximately equal to 745.7 watts. If you need to make other calculations, see our watt to horsepower conversion tool.
How to Convert Kilowatt to Horsepower
To convert a value from kilowatts to horsepowers, multiply the value by the conversion multiplier:
Step-by-Step Example
Suppose you want to convert 5 kilowatts to horsepowers. Using the conversion steps:
- Identify the multiplier factor:
1.3410220888. - Multiply 5 by the factor:
5 × 1.3410220888 = 6.7051104442. - Result: 5 kilowatts is equal to 6.7051104442 horsepowers.
Kilowatt to Horsepower Conversion Table
The table below provides quick reference conversions for common values from kilowatts to horsepowers:
| Kilowatt [kw] | Horsepower [hp] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 kw | 0.0134102209 hp |
| 0.1 kw | 0.1341022089 hp |
| 1 kw | 1.3410220888 hp |
| 2 kw | 2.6820441777 hp |
| 3 kw | 4.0230662665 hp |
| 4 kw | 5.3640883554 hp |
| 5 kw | 6.7051104442 hp |
| 6 kw | 8.0461325331 hp |
| 7 kw | 9.3871546219 hp |
| 8 kw | 10.7281767108 hp |
| 9 kw | 12.0691987996 hp |
| 10 kw | 13.4102208884 hp |
| 20 kw | 26.8204417769 hp |
| 30 kw | 40.2306626653 hp |
| 50 kw | 67.0511044422 hp |
| 100 kw | 134.1022088844 hp |
| 500 kw | 670.5110444219 hp |
| 1000 kw | 1341.0220888438 hp |