HP to kW (Horsepower to Kilowatts) Converter
1 mechanical horsepower = 0.745700 kW. Used to compare electric and combustion engine power.
Formula:1 hp = 0.7457 kW
Quick conversion table — Horsepower (mech) to Kilowatt
0.5 hp0.37285 kW
1 hp0.7457 kW
2 hp1.4914 kW
5 hp3.7285 kW
10 hp7.457 kW
20 hp14.914 kW
50 hp37.285 kW
100 hp74.57 kW
500 hp372.85 kW
1,000 hp745.7 kW
How to convert hp to kw
To convert hp to kw, use the formula: 1 hp = 0.7457 kW. Simply enter the value you want to convert in the field above and the result appears instantly. You can also type in the result field to reverse the conversion.
All conversions use precise mathematical constants validated against international SI standards (NIST and ISO 80000). Results are accurate to 8 significant figures.
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