How do I convert Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower (metric)?

1 kw equals 1.359622 hp using SI-based conversion and precise factors.

What is the formula to convert Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower (metric)?

This is a linear unit conversion using a constant factor between units.

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Convert Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower (metric)

Q: Is Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower (metric) conversion exact?

The result uses the defined conversion factors for these units; displayed values may be rounded.

Category: Power

Value From To Precision

1.359622 hp

1 kw = 1.359622 hp

Precision: 6 decimals; very small non-zero results use significant digits.

How to convert kilowatt (kw) to horsepower (metric)

Power is the rate of energy transfer (J/s). Watts and kilowatts dominate, with horsepower used historically in vehicles and machinery. Choosing kW vs hp is often a matter of audience and regulation.

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Quick conversion table

Handy values for Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower (metric). Click a value to calculate that result.

Kilowatt (kW)	Horsepower (metric)
	1.359622
	0.679811
	3.399054
	13.596216

Conversion formula

Use the following formula:

Horsepower (metric) ≈ Kilowatt (kW) × 1.359621617304

Convert power from Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower (metric) using a fixed unit ratio. Round only the final result.

Common mistakes

Mixing metric horsepower with mechanical horsepower; prefer kW for consistency.

Unit facts

Kilowatt (kW): A kilowatt equals 1,000 W; used for appliances, motors, and solar systems.
Horsepower (metric): Horsepower (metric) ≈ 735.5 W; coined by James Watt to market steam engines.

About Kilowatt (kW)

Kilowatt (kW)

Equals 1,000 W. Typical scale for motors, EV chargers, and household peak loads.

History: Scaled SI multiple that fits common machinery and grid discussions.

About Horsepower (metric)

Horsepower (metric)

≈735.49875 W. Still appears in automotive marketing; converts cleanly to kW for regulatory specs.

History: Term popularized by James Watt to relate engine output to draft horses; multiple HP variants exist (metric, mechanical, boiler).

Frequently asked questions

How many Horsepower (metric) are in one Kilowatt (kW)?

1 Kilowatt (kW) equals 1.359622 Horsepower (metric).

Is Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower (metric) conversion exact?

Many unit conversions are exact by definition, while others use standardized conversion constants.

What is the fastest way to convert Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower (metric)?

Enter a value in Kilowatt (kW), choose Horsepower (metric) as the target unit, and the calculator will instantly return the result.

Convert Kilowatt (kW) to other units

kw → w Watt (W)