Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower (hp) Conversion

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

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1 Kilowatt (kW) = 0 Horsepower (hp)

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