Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower (hp) Conversion

Convert kilowatt (kw) to horsepower (hp) with precision. Enter values and get instant conversions.

About Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower (hp) Conversion

Converting from Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower (hp) is a common power conversion.

This online converter allows you to easily convert between kilowatt (kw) and horsepower (hp), providing instant results with high precision.


Kilowatt (kW)

Definition: Equals 1000 watts.

History: Adopted for practicality in measuring household and industrial power.

Current use: Used in electrical appliances and energy billing.

Horsepower (hp)

Definition: A unit of power equal to about 745.7 watts.

History: Created by James Watt to compare steam engines with horses.

Current use: Used in automotive and mechanical systems.

Details

  • From: Kilowatt (kW)
  • To: Horsepower (hp)
  • Formula: 1 kW = 1.3410218587 hp
  • Example: 25 kW = 33.5255464664 hp

Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower (hp) Conversion Table

Kilowatt (kW)Horsepower (hp)
0.010.0134102186
0.10.1341021859
11.3410218587
22.6820437173
34.023065576
56.7051092933
1013.4102185866
2026.8204371731
5067.0510929328
100134.1021858656
10001341.0218586563

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