MW to kW converter (MW to kW)
Convert MW (MW) 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 MW to kW
1 megawatt (MW) is equal to 1000 kilowatts (kW).
P(kW) = P(MW) × 1000
Multiply the power in MW by 1000:
Example: Convert 10 MW to kW:
P(kW) = 10 × 1000 = 10,000 kW
What is a MW?
The MW (MW) 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 MW into kW. One MW equals 1000 kW.
MW to kW conversion table
Common MW 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.
| MW (MW) | kW (kW) |
|---|---|
| 1 MW | 1000 kW |
| 2 MW | 2000 kW |
| 5 MW | 5000 kW |
| 10 MW | 10000 kW |
| 20 MW | 20000 kW |
| 50 MW | 50000 kW |
| 100 MW | 100000 kW |
| 1000 MW | 1000000 kW |
How this calculator works
The form on this page is a MW-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.
Reviewed by Hamsen, founder of GigaTables and a biology engineer. See the about page for how formulas are checked before a tool is published.
FAQ
How many kW are in 1 MW?
1 MW = 1000 kW.
How do I convert MW to kW?
Multiply the power in MW by 1000:
Is this MW 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.