Convert Horsepower to Megawatt
Use this free converter to change horsepower (hp) into megawatts (MW). Horsepower and megawatt both measure power. As a quick reference, 1 hp equals 0.00074569987 MW, and 1 MW equals 1341.0221 hp.
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Megawatt (MW)
0.00074569987
1 hp = 0.00074569987 MW
Power conversion table
| Horsepower | Megawatt |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.0000074569987 |
| 0.1 | 0.000074569987 |
| 0.5 | 0.00037284994 |
| 1 | 0.00074569987 |
| 2 | 0.0014913997 |
| 3 | 0.0022370996 |
| 5 | 0.0037284994 |
| 10 | 0.0074569987 |
| 20 | 0.014913997 |
| 25 | 0.018642497 |
| 50 | 0.037284994 |
| 100 | 0.074569987 |
| 1,000 | 0.74569987 |
How to convert Horsepower to Megawatt
Multiply the horsepower value by 0.00074569987 to get megawatts.
- Enter the number of horsepower you want to convert.
- The converter instantly shows the equivalent value in megawatts.
- Worked example: 15 hp × 0.00074569987 = 0.011185498 MW.
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion (megawatt 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.
Megawatt (MW)
- Definition
- A megawatt (MW) is one million watts, used for large-scale power generation.
- History
- It became common with industrial-scale electricity production.
- Current use
- Megawatts rate power stations, wind farms, and grid capacity.
Frequently asked questions
How many megawatts are in a horsepower?
There are 0.00074569987 MW in 1 hp. To convert, multiply the number of horsepower by 0.00074569987.
How do I convert horsepower to megawatts?
Multiply the horsepower value by 0.00074569987 to get megawatts. For example, 10 hp = 0.0074569987 MW.
Is this horsepower-to-megawatt 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 |