Kilowatts to Horsepower (imperial) Converter
Enter kilowatts to get horsepower (imperial) instantly. Works both ways.
How to convert kW to hp
To convert kilowatts to horsepower (imperial), multiply by 1.34102. For example, 5 kW × 1.34102 = 6.70511 hp.
Need it the other way? Convert horsepower (imperial) to kilowatts.
Kilowatts to Horsepower (imperial) at a glance
- 1 kilowatt = 1.341022 horsepower (imperial)
- 5 kilowatts = 6.70511 horsepower (imperial)
- 10 kilowatts = 13.41022 horsepower (imperial)
- 50 kilowatts = 67.0511 horsepower (imperial)
- 100 kilowatts = 134.1022 horsepower (imperial)
- 1 horsepower (imperial) = 0.7456999 kilowatts (the reverse)
Worked examples
25 kilowatts × 1.341022 = 33.52555 horsepower (imperial).
250 kilowatts × 1.341022 = 335.2555 horsepower (imperial).
1,500 kilowatts × 1.341022 = 2,011.533 horsepower (imperial).
Converting back
To go from horsepower (imperial) back to kilowatts, divide by 1.341022 (or multiply by 0.7456999). For example, 100 horsepower (imperial) ÷ 1.341022 = 74.56999 kilowatts.
Using a rounded factor
For a quick estimate you can use 1.3 in place of 1.341022. That is accurate to within about 3.1%, which is fine for rough checks but not for exact work.
KW to hp chart
| Kilowatts | Horsepower (imperial) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 kW | 0.134102 hp |
| 0.25 kW | 0.335256 hp |
| 0.5 kW | 0.670511 hp |
| 1 kW | 1.34102 hp |
| 2 kW | 2.68204 hp |
| 3 kW | 4.02307 hp |
| 4 kW | 5.36409 hp |
| 5 kW | 6.70511 hp |
| 6 kW | 8.04613 hp |
| 7 kW | 9.38715 hp |
| 8 kW | 10.7282 hp |
| 9 kW | 12.0692 hp |
| 10 kW | 13.4102 hp |
| 15 kW | 20.1153 hp |
| 20 kW | 26.8204 hp |
| 25 kW | 33.5256 hp |
| 30 kW | 40.2307 hp |
| 40 kW | 53.6409 hp |
| 50 kW | 67.0511 hp |
| 75 kW | 100.577 hp |
| 100 kW | 134.102 hp |
| 250 kW | 335.256 hp |
| 500 kW | 670.511 hp |
| 1,000 kW | 1,341.02 hp |
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Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower (imperial) are in one kilowatt?
There are 1.34102 horsepower (imperial) in one kilowatt.
How do I convert kW to hp?
Multiply the value in kilowatts by 1.34102.
How many kilowatts are in one horsepower (imperial)?
There are 0.7456999 kilowatts in one horsepower (imperial).
What is 10 kilowatts in horsepower (imperial)?
10 kilowatts = 13.41022 horsepower (imperial).
How do I convert horsepower (imperial) back to kilowatts?
Divide the value in horsepower (imperial) by 1.341022, or multiply it by 0.7456999.
Can I use a rounded factor for kilowatts to horsepower (imperial)?
For quick estimates, 1.3 is close (within about 3.1%). Use 1.341022 when you need the full figure.