Horsepower to Kilowatts Converter
Enter a value to instantly convert between power units.
Precision4 dp
1 Horsepower (mech) = 0.7457 Kilowatt
Key Formulas
Kilowatt → Horsepower (mech)
hp = kW × 1.34102Horsepower (mech) → Kilowatt
kW = hp × 0.7457Watt → Kilowatt
kW = W × 0.001Kilowatt → Watt
W = kW × 1000Formula
kW = hp × 0.7457One mechanical horsepower equals 0.7457 kilowatts. Since 1 hp = 745.7 W, this is 0.7457 kW. Used for motors, vehicles, and comparing power across systems.
Source: NIST SP 811
Frequently Asked Questions
Real-World Examples
100 hp equals 74.57 kW.
100 hp = 74.57 kW
200 hp equals 149.14 kW.
200 hp = 149.14 kW
50 hp equals 37.3 kW.
50 hp = 37.285 kW
1 hp equals 0.746 kW.
1 hp = 0.7457 kW