hp to kW converter (hp to kW)
Convert hp (hp) to kW (kW) with this free calculator. Type a value, press Convert, and the page applies the same factor shown in the formula below — no rounded shortcut, and nothing is stored on a server.
How to convert hp to kW
1 horsepower (hp) is equal to 0.74569987158227 kilowatts (kW).
P(kW) = P(hp) × 0.74569987158227
Multiply the power in hp by 0.74569987158227:
Example: Convert 10 hp to kW:
P(kW) = 10 × 0.74569987158227 = 7.4569987158227 kW
What is a hp?
The hp (hp) is the starting or target unit on this page. Use the calculator above to convert values without looking up the factor by hand.
What is a kW?
The kW (kW) is the starting or target unit on this page. Use the calculator above to convert values without looking up the factor by hand.
This page converts power from hp into kW. One hp equals 0.745699872 kW.
hp to kW conversion table
Common hp values and the matching kW result, calculated with the same factor as the widget. Highlight a nearby row if you want a quick check without entering a number.
| hp (hp) | kW (kW) |
|---|---|
| 1 hp | 0.745699872 kW |
| 2 hp | 1.491399743 kW |
| 5 hp | 3.728499358 kW |
| 10 hp | 7.456998716 kW |
| 20 hp | 14.913997432 kW |
| 50 hp | 37.284993579 kW |
| 100 hp | 74.569987158 kW |
| 200 hp | 149.139974316 kW |
| 500 hp | 372.849935791 kW |
How this calculator works
The form on this page is a hp-to-kW converter. After you enter a number, JavaScript multiplies or rearranges it with the published conversion factor and writes the kW result in the output box. The step-by-step panel repeats the arithmetic so you can copy it into homework or a spreadsheet.
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FAQ
How many kW are in 1 hp?
1 hp = 0.745699872 kW.
How do I convert hp to kW?
Multiply the power in hp by 0.74569987158227:
Is this hp to kW converter free?
Yes. GigaTables calculators are free to use in a browser. You do not need an account, and the values you type are not uploaded.