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kilowatts to horsepower (hp) Converter

Convert kilowatts to horsepower (hp) instantly. Includes a reference table and formula.

Quick answer: To convert kilowatts to horsepower (hp), multiply by 1.34102. For example, 1 kilowatts = 1.34102 horsepower (hp). Use the calculator below for any value.
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Common conversions
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Formula:

How to convert kilowatts to horsepower (hp)

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Enter your value

Type the number of kilowatts you want to convert into the left box. The result in horsepower (hp) 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 — horsepower (hp) to kilowatts. Your current value carries across so you don't have to re-enter anything.

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About kilowatts and horsepower (hp)

kilowatts and horsepower (hp) are both units of power. Use this converter to switch between them instantly.

💡 Did you know?

1 kW = 1.341 hp (mechanical). European cars typically rate engines in kW or PS (metric horsepower). The shift to kW happened in EU type-approval rules in the 1970s — but car magazines still mostly use hp because it sounds bigger.

📊 Common conversions at a glance
kilowatts horsepower (hp)
0.5 0.6705
1 1.341
2 2.682
5 6.705
10 13.41
50 67.05
Reviewed for 2026. kilowatts ↔ horsepower (hp) 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.