How to convert Horsepower to kilowatts
To convert Horsepower to kilowatts, multiply the value by the conversion factor 0.7456998716. To go the other way, multiply by 1.34102209 (or divide by 0.7456998716).
Worked example: 25 hp to kW
- Write the value: 25 hp
- Multiply by 0.7456998716: 25 × 0.7456998716
- Result: 18.6425 kW
Horsepower to Kilowatt conversion table
Quick reference values, rounded to 6 significant digits.
| Horsepower (hp) | Kilowatt (kW) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 hp | 0.07457 kW |
| 0.25 hp | 0.186425 kW |
| 0.5 hp | 0.37285 kW |
| 1 hp | 0.7457 kW |
| 2 hp | 1.4914 kW |
| 3 hp | 2.2371 kW |
| 4 hp | 2.9828 kW |
| 5 hp | 3.7285 kW |
| 6 hp | 4.4742 kW |
| 7 hp | 5.2199 kW |
| 8 hp | 5.9656 kW |
| 9 hp | 6.7113 kW |
| 10 hp | 7.457 kW |
| 12 hp | 8.9484 kW |
| 15 hp | 11.1855 kW |
| 20 hp | 14.914 kW |
| 25 hp | 18.6425 kW |
| 30 hp | 22.371 kW |
| 40 hp | 29.828 kW |
| 50 hp | 37.285 kW |
| 75 hp | 55.9275 kW |
| 100 hp | 74.57 kW |
| 250 hp | 186.425 kW |
| 500 hp | 372.85 kW |
| 1,000 hp | 745.7 kW |
Kilowatt to Horsepower
| kW | hp |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | 1.34102 hp |
| 5 kW | 6.70511 hp |
| 10 kW | 13.4102 hp |
| 50 kW | 67.0511 hp |
| 100 kW | 134.102 hp |
1 Horsepower in other power units
About Horsepower and Kilowatt
What is a horsepower (hp)?
Mechanical horsepower is about 745.7 watts, used for engines and water pumps.
What is a kilowatt (kW)?
A kilowatt equals 1,000 watts, used for motors, generators and electricity load.
Air-conditioner tip: a 1-ton AC provides 12,000 BTU/h of cooling. A rough rule for Bangladesh is 1 ton per 100–120 sq ft of room area, more for top floors and west-facing rooms.
Where horsepower to kilowatt conversion is used
Power conversions are needed for choosing air conditioners, generators, IPS/UPS, motors and solar panels. Converting between Horsepower and kilowatts is especially common when you compare products, read foreign specifications, or fill in forms that expect a specific unit.
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Frequently asked questions
How many kilowatts are in 1 horsepower?
1 Horsepower equals 0.7457 kW.
How do I convert Horsepower to kilowatts?
Multiply the number of Horsepower by 0.7456998716. For example, 25 hp × 0.7456998716 = 18.6425 kW.
What is 25 hp in kW?
25 hp = 18.6425 kW.
How many Horsepower are in 1 kilowatt?
1 Kilowatt equals 1.34102 hp. Use the kW to HP converter for the reverse direction.
Is this Horsepower to Kilowatt converter accurate?
Yes. It uses exact internationally defined conversion factors, calculated with full floating-point precision. Results are displayed rounded for readability.