Convert Kilowatt to Horsepower (mechanical)
1 kilowatt equals 1.3410221 horsepower (mechanical). Enter a value below to convert instantly.
Formula
Multiply the number of kilowatts by 1.3410220896 to get horsepower (mechanical).
Step by step
- Start with 1 kW.
- Multiply by the conversion factor 1.3410220896.
- 1 × 1.3410220896 = 1.3410221 hp.
Kilowatt to Horsepower (mechanical) conversion table
| Kilowatts (kW) | Horsepower (mechanical) (hp) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.3410221 |
| 2 | 2.6820442 |
| 5 | 6.7051104 |
| 10 | 13.410221 |
| 20 | 26.820442 |
| 50 | 67.051104 |
| 100 | 134.10221 |
| 500 | 670.51104 |
| 1,000 | 1,341.0221 |
About the kilowatt
The kilowatt (kW) is a SI unit of power.
About the horsepower (mechanical)
The horsepower (mechanical) (hp) is a Imperial unit of power.
Where this conversion is used
Converting kilowatts to horsepower (mechanical) comes up when engines, appliances, solar panels, and HVAC sizing.
Need the other direction? Convert horsepower (mechanical) to kilowatt →
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Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower (mechanical) are in a kilowatt?
One kilowatt equals 1.3410221 horsepower (mechanical).
How do you convert kilowatts to horsepower (mechanical)?
Multiply the number of kilowatts by 1.3410220896 to get horsepower (mechanical).
What is 1 horsepower (mechanical) in kilowatts?
One horsepower (mechanical) equals 0.74569987 kilowatts.
When would I convert kilowatts to horsepower (mechanical)?
This conversion is common when engines, appliances, solar panels, and HVAC sizing.
Conversion factors are based on internationally agreed unit definitions. See our methodology and sources for details on how these values are verified.