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Convert horsepower to kilowatt
Convert horsepower to kilowatt with a verified formula, worked example, conversion table, precision guidance, and reverse conversion.
horsepower to kilowatt
horsepower to kilowatt
Quick answer
1 horsepower = 0.745699871582 kilowatt.
Formula
kilowatt = horsepower × 0.7456998715823000000000000000
Precision
The stored factor is used at full decimal precision; round only the displayed result to the precision required by the task.
How to convert horsepower to kilowatt
- Enter a value in horsepower.
- Use the scale factor 0.7456998715823000000000000000: kilowatt equals horsepower multiplied by this factor.
- Round the displayed kilowatt value only when needed.
About these units
horsepower is a unit used in power conversions. Power measures the rate at which energy is transferred or work is performed. Its recorded symbol is hp, hp (UK). kilowatt is a unit used in power conversions. Power measures the rate at which energy is transferred or work is performed. Its recorded symbol is kW.
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horsepower to kilowatt conversion table
| horsepower | kilowatt |
|---|---|
| 0 horsepower | 0e-28 kilowatt |
| 1 horsepower | 0.745699871582 kilowatt |
| 5 horsepower | 3.72849935791 kilowatt |
| 10 horsepower | 7.45699871582 kilowatt |
| 25 horsepower | 18.6424967896 kilowatt |
| 100 horsepower | 74.5699871582 kilowatt |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert from horsepower to kilowatt?
Use the scale factor 0.7456998715823000000000000000: kilowatt equals horsepower multiplied by this factor.
What formula does CalculatorHQ use for horsepower to kilowatt?
kilowatt = horsepower × 0.7456998715823000000000000000
How should I round the result?
The stored factor is used at full decimal precision; round only the displayed result to the precision required by the task.
Can I convert kilowatt back to horsepower?
Yes. Use the linked reverse conversion, whose formula is validated against this pair with round-trip tests.