kW to hp converter (kW to hp)
Convert kW (kW) to hp (hp) 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 kW to hp
1 kilowatt (kW) is equal to 1.34102209 horsepower (hp).
P(hp) = P(kW) × 1.34102209
Multiply the power in kW by 1.34102209:
Example: Convert 10 kW to hp:
P(hp) = 10 × 1.34102209 = 13.4102209 hp
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.
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.
This page converts power from kW into hp. One kW equals 1.34102209 hp.
kW to hp conversion table
Common kW values and the matching hp result, calculated with the same factor as the widget. Highlight a nearby row if you want a quick check without entering a number.
| kW (kW) | hp (hp) |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | 1.34102209 hp |
| 2 kW | 2.68204418 hp |
| 5 kW | 6.70511045 hp |
| 10 kW | 13.4102209 hp |
| 20 kW | 26.8204418 hp |
| 50 kW | 67.0511045 hp |
| 100 kW | 134.102209 hp |
| 200 kW | 268.204418 hp |
| 500 kW | 670.511045 hp |
How this calculator works
The form on this page is a kW-to-hp converter. After you enter a number, JavaScript multiplies or rearranges it with the published conversion factor and writes the hp 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 hp are in 1 kW?
1 kW = 1.34102209 hp.
How do I convert kW to hp?
Multiply the power in kW by 1.34102209:
Is this kW to hp 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.