Converting from Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower, Metric (hp) | Power

What is Kilowatt (kW)

Kilowatt (kW) is a unit of power in the International System of Units (SI). It is commonly used to measure the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred.

What is Horsepower, Metric (hp)

Horsepower, Metric (hp) is another unit of power typically used in countries that have adopted the metric system. It is equivalent to 735.4988 watts.

Conversion Formulas

To convert from Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower, Metric (hp), you can use the following formula:

hp=kW×1.359622

To convert from Horsepower, Metric (hp) to Kilowatt (kW), you can use this formula:

kW=hp×0.7354988

Examples

• 7 kW is equivalent to 9.517351 hp.
• 12 kW is equivalent to 16.31546 hp.
• 6 kW is equivalent to 8.15773 hp.
• 7 hp is equivalent to 5.148491 kW.
• 12 hp is equivalent to 8.825985 kW.
• 6 hp is equivalent to 4.412992 kW.

Use this page to perform converting from Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower, Metric (hp).