Convert Horsepower to Kilowatt
Use this free converter to change horsepower (hp) into kilowatts (kW). Horsepower and kilowatt both measure power. As a quick reference, 1 hp equals 0.74569987 kW, and 1 kW equals 1.3410221 hp.
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Kilowatt (kW)
0.74569987
1 hp = 0.74569987 kW
Power conversion table
| Horsepower | Kilowatt |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.0074569987 |
| 0.1 | 0.074569987 |
| 0.5 | 0.37284994 |
| 1 | 0.74569987 |
| 2 | 1.4913997 |
| 3 | 2.2370996 |
| 5 | 3.7284994 |
| 10 | 7.4569987 |
| 20 | 14.913997 |
| 25 | 18.642497 |
| 50 | 37.284994 |
| 100 | 74.569987 |
| 1,000 | 745.69987 |
How to convert Horsepower to Kilowatt
Multiply the horsepower value by 0.74569987 to get kilowatts.
- Enter the number of horsepower you want to convert.
- The converter instantly shows the equivalent value in kilowatts.
- Worked example: 15 hp × 0.74569987 = 11.185498 kW.
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion (kilowatt to horsepower).
About these units
Horsepower (hp)
- Definition
- Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power equal to about 745.7 watts in its mechanical definition.
- History
- Defined by James Watt to compare steam engines with the work of draft horses.
- Current use
- Horsepower rates car, motorcycle, and machinery engines, especially in the US.
Kilowatt (kW)
- Definition
- A kilowatt (kW) is 1,000 watts, used for larger power figures.
- History
- It is a metric multiple of the watt.
- Current use
- Kilowatts rate motors, heaters, EV chargers, and home solar systems.
Frequently asked questions
How many kilowatts are in a horsepower?
There are 0.74569987 kW in 1 hp. To convert, multiply the number of horsepower by 0.74569987.
How do I convert horsepower to kilowatts?
Multiply the horsepower value by 0.74569987 to get kilowatts. For example, 10 hp = 7.4569987 kW.
Is this horsepower-to-kilowatt converter free?
Yes. This converter is completely free, runs entirely in your browser, and requires no sign-up. Your inputs never leave your device.
Convert Horsepower to other power units
| Unit | 1 Horsepower equals |
|---|---|
| Watt (W) | 745.69987 W |
| Kilowatt (kW) | 0.74569987 kW |
| Megawatt (MW) | 0.00074569987 MW |
| Metric Horsepower (PS) | 1.0138697 PS |
| BTU per Hour (BTU/h) | 2544.4336 BTU/h |