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horsepower to kilowatts Converter
Convert horsepower to kilowatts instantly with a reference conversion table.
Quick answer: To convert horsepower to kilowatts, multiply by 0.745699. For example, 1 horsepower = 0.745699 kilowatts. Use the calculator below for any value.
horsepower to kilowatts
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Common conversions
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Formula:
How to convert horsepower to kilowatts
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Enter your value
Type the number of horsepower you want to convert into the left box. The result in kilowatts appears instantly in the right box. You can also type into the right box to convert in the other direction.
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Use the swap button
Click the ⇄ Swap button to reverse the conversion — kilowatts to horsepower. Your current value carries across so you don't have to re-enter anything.
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About horsepower and kilowatts
horsepower and kilowatts are common power measurements.
📊 Common conversions at a glance
| horsepower | kilowatts |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.3728 |
| 1 | 0.7457 |
| 2 | 1.491 |
| 5 | 3.728 |
| 10 | 7.457 |
| 20 | 14.91 |
Reviewed for 2026. horsepower ↔ kilowatts conversion factor verified against published reference data. Built by a UK-based qualified primary teacher and FA Level 2 coach as part of 247QuickTools' free utility-tools project.