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Kilowatt to Metric Horsepower Converter
Convert Kilowatt to Metric Horsepower instantly — live results with exact conversion factors.
Answer
1 kilowatt = 1.359621617 metric horsepower. To convert kW to hp (metric), multiply by 1.359621617.
Quick Reference Table
| Kilowatt (kW) | Metric Horsepower (hp (metric)) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.35962162 |
| 2 | 2.71924323 |
| 5 | 6.79810809 |
| 10 | 13.5962162 |
| 20 | 27.1924323 |
| 50 | 67.9810809 |
| 100 | 135.962162 |
| 250 | 339.905404 |
| 500 | 679.810809 |
| 1000 | 1359.621617 |
Formula
Convert Kilowatt (kW) to Metric Horsepower (hp (metric)) using the relationship:
hp (metric) = kW × 1.359621617
How to Convert
- Take the value in kilowatts (kW).
- Multiply it by 1.359621617 (the conversion factor from kW to hp (metric)).
- The result is the equivalent value in metric horsepower (hp (metric)).
- Example: 1 kW = 1.35962162 hp (metric).
Reverse Conversion
Need it the other direction? Metric Horsepower to Kilowatt conversion.
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FAQ
▸ How many metric horsepower are in 1 kilowatt?
1 Kilowatt equals 1.35962162 metric horsepower. Multiply by 1.359621617 to convert kW to hp (metric).
▸ What is the formula to convert kilowatt to metric horsepower?
Multiply the value in kilowatts by 1.359621617 to get metric horsepower. Formula: hp (metric) = kW × 1.359621617.
▸ How do I convert kilowatts to metric horsepower easily?
Enter your value in the converter at the top of this page — the metric horsepower result updates live as you type. You can also multiply by 1.359621617 directly.