Kilowatts to Horsepower Converter
Enter a value to instantly convert between power units.
Precision4 dp
1 Kilowatt = 1.341 Horsepower (mech)
Key Formulas
Kilowatt → Horsepower (mech)
hp = kW × 1.34102Horsepower (mech) → Kilowatt
kW = hp × 0.7457Watt → Kilowatt
kW = W × 0.001Kilowatt → Watt
W = kW × 1000Formula
hp = kW × 1.34102One kilowatt equals 1.341 mechanical horsepower. Since 1 kW = 1000 W and 1 hp = 745.7 W, dividing 1000 by 745.7 gives 1.341. This is used for electric motors and comparing engine power across systems.
Source: NIST SP 811
Frequently Asked Questions
Real-World Examples
1 kW equals 1.341 hp.
1 kW = 1.341 hp
100 kW equals 134 hp — electric car.
100 kW = 134.1 hp
50 kW equals 67 hp.
50 kW = 67.05 hp
75 kW equals 100.6 hp.
75 kW = 100.6 hp