Kilowatt to Mechanical Horsepower Converter

Convert Kilowatt to Mechanical Horsepower instantly — live results with exact conversion factors.

From

1.34102209 hp

1 kilowatt = 1.34102209 mechanical horsepower. To convert kW to hp, multiply by 1.34102209.

Quick Reference Table

Kilowatt (kW)	Mechanical Horsepower (hp)
1	1.34102209
2	2.68204418
5	6.70511045
10	13.4102209
20	26.8204418
50	67.0511045
100	134.102209
250	335.255522
500	670.511045
1000	1341.02209

Formula

Convert Kilowatt (kW) to Mechanical Horsepower (hp) using the relationship:

hp = kW × 1.34102209

How to Convert

Take the value in kilowatts (kW).
Multiply it by 1.34102209 (the conversion factor from kW to hp).
The result is the equivalent value in mechanical horsepower (hp).
Example: 1 kW = 1.34102209 hp.

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FAQ

▸ How many mechanical horsepower are in 1 kilowatt?

1 Kilowatt equals 1.34102209 mechanical horsepower. Multiply by 1.34102209 to convert kW to hp.

▸ What is the formula to convert kilowatt to mechanical horsepower?

Multiply the value in kilowatts by 1.34102209 to get mechanical horsepower. Formula: hp = kW × 1.34102209.

▸ How do I convert kilowatts to mechanical horsepower easily?

Enter your value in the converter at the top of this page — the mechanical horsepower result updates live as you type. You can also multiply by 1.34102209 directly.

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