hp to kW Converter
1 hp = 0.7457 kW. Enter a value. The result updates immediately.
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Accuracy and rounding
Useful for motors, appliances, engines, and electrical specifications.
Power units compare rates of work or energy transfer. They do not describe total energy used over time.
For appliance or motor comparisons, one or two decimals is usually enough. For sizing equipment, follow the spec tolerance.
How to convert hp to kW
- Enter the value in hp.
- Select hp as the source unit.
- Select kW as the target unit.
- Read or copy the result.
hp to kW chart
| hp | kW |
|---|---|
| 1 hp | 0.7457 kW |
| 2 hp | 1.4914 kW |
| 5 hp | 3.7285 kW |
| 10 hp | 7.457 kW |
| 25 hp | 18.6425 kW |
| 50 hp | 37.285 kW |
| 100 hp | 74.57 kW |
Formula
kW = hp x 0.745699871582
Example: 1 hp = 0.7457 kW.
Source
Power units derived from the watt; mechanical horsepower is 745.699871582 W and BTU/h uses the International Table BTU.
Common questions
How do I convert hp to kW?
Enter the hp value in the converter, or multiply by the factor shown in the formula. 1 hp = 0.7457 kW.
What should I watch out for?
Power conversions compare rates of work or energy transfer, not total energy used over time.
Where does this power conversion come from?
Power units derived from the watt; mechanical horsepower is 745.699871582 W and BTU/h uses the International Table BTU. ConverterBase uses stable definitions and fixed conversion factors, not live or rounded market data.