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kilowatts to horsepower Converter
Convert kilowatts to horsepower instantly with a reference conversion table.
Quick answer: To convert kilowatts to horsepower, multiply by 1.34102. For example, 1 kilowatts = 1.34102 horsepower. Use the calculator below for any value.
kilowatts to horsepower
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Common conversions
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Formula:
How to convert kilowatts to horsepower
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Enter your value
Type the number of kilowatts you want to convert into the left box. The result in horsepower 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 to kilowatts. Your current value carries across so you don't have to re-enter anything.
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About kilowatts and horsepower
kilowatts and horsepower are common power measurements.
💡 Did you know?
1 kW = 1.341 hp. UK car power is quoted in bhp (brake horsepower): 1 bhp = 0.7457 kW. A 150 kW EV = 201 bhp. A 100 hp chainsaw engine = 74.6 kW. From 2026, UK new car registrations show kW prominently alongside bhp in dealer specifications.
📊 Common conversions at a glance
| kilowatts | horsepower |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 0.1341 |
| 0.5 | 0.6705 |
| 1 | 1.341 |
| 1.5 | 2.012 |
| 2 | 2.682 |
| 5 | 6.705 |
Reviewed for 2026. kilowatts ↔ horsepower 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.