1 Kilowatt to Horsepower
1 kW = 1.341 hp
1 kilowatt is equal to 1.341 horsepower. This conversion uses the standard power conversion factor between kilowatts and horsepower.
How to Convert
Multiply the kilowatt value by 1.34102 1 kW = 1.341 hp
Also Equal To
- 1 kW = 1000 W (Watts)
- 1 kW = 0.001 MW (Megawatts)
Did You Know?
- One kilowatt equals about 1.341 horsepower.
- Electric vehicle power is often listed in kW in Europe and hp in the US — a 150 kW motor is about 201 hp.
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