QConvert
Megawatt to Electric Horsepower Converter
Convert Megawatt to Electric Horsepower instantly — live results with exact conversion factors.
Answer
1 megawatt = 1340.482574 electric horsepower. To convert MW to hp (electric), multiply by 1340.482574.
Quick Reference Table
| Megawatt (MW) | Electric Horsepower (hp (electric)) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1340.482574 |
| 2 | 2680.965147 |
| 5 | 6702.412869 |
| 10 | 13404.82574 |
| 20 | 26809.65147 |
| 50 | 67024.12869 |
| 100 | 134048.2574 |
| 250 | 335120.6434 |
| 500 | 670241.2869 |
| 1000 | 1340482.574 |
Formula
Convert Megawatt (MW) to Electric Horsepower (hp (electric)) using the relationship:
hp (electric) = MW × 1340.482574
How to Convert
- Take the value in megawatts (MW).
- Multiply it by 1340.482574 (the conversion factor from MW to hp (electric)).
- The result is the equivalent value in electric horsepower (hp (electric)).
- Example: 1 MW = 1340.482574 hp (electric).
Reverse Conversion
Need it the other direction? Electric Horsepower to Megawatt conversion.
All Power Conversions
See the full list of Power conversions.
Related Conversions
FAQ
▸ How many electric horsepower are in 1 megawatt?
1 Megawatt equals 1340.482574 electric horsepower. Multiply by 1340.482574 to convert MW to hp (electric).
▸ What is the formula to convert megawatt to electric horsepower?
Multiply the value in megawatts by 1340.482574 to get electric horsepower. Formula: hp (electric) = MW × 1340.482574.
▸ How do I convert megawatts to electric horsepower easily?
Enter your value in the converter at the top of this page — the electric horsepower result updates live as you type. You can also multiply by 1340.482574 directly.