1 kW to hp
1 kilowatt = 1.3410221 horsepower
- In metric horsepower (PS)
- 1.3596 PS
How to convert 1 kilowatt to horsepower
To convert kilowatts to horsepower, multiply the number of kilowatts by 1.34102209.
1 kW × 1.34102209 = 1.3410221 hp
Rounded to two decimal places, that is 1.34 hp.
1 kW in other units
| Unit | Value |
|---|---|
| Watts (W) | 1,000 |
| Megawatts (MW) | 0.001 |
| Horsepower (hp) | 1.34102209 |
| Metric Horsepower (PS) | 1.359621617 |
| BTU Per Hour (BTU/h) | 3,412.141633 |
| Tons Of Refrigeration (TR) | 0.2843451361 |
Nearby values
| Kilowatts | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | 1.34102 hp |
| 2 kW to hp | 2.68204 hp |
| 3 kW to hp | 4.02307 hp |
| 4 kW to hp | 5.36409 hp |
| 5 kW to hp | 6.70511 hp |
| 6 kW to hp | 8.04613 hp |
| 7 kW to hp | 9.38715 hp |
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower is 1 kilowatt?
1 kilowatt is 1.3410221 horsepower, or about 1.341 hp.
How do you convert 1 kilowatt to horsepower?
To convert kilowatts to horsepower, multiply the number of kilowatts by 1.34102209. Worked out: 1 kW × 1.34102209 = 1.3410221 hp.
What is 1 horsepower in kilowatts?
1 horsepower is 0.74569987 kilowatts.