Metric Horsepower to Kilowatts Converter

1 hp = 0.73549875 kW. Type any value below for the exact kilowatts figure.

hp
0.73549875kW

1 hp = 0.73549875 kW

Conversion summary

1 hp = 0.73549875 kW

Formula
Kilowatt = Metric Horsepower ÷ 1.3596216173
Category
Power
Units
hp → kW

1 hp in other units

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How do you convert metric horsepower to kilowatts?

To convert metric horsepower to kilowatts, divide the number of metric horsepower by 1.3596216173. 1 hp = 0.735499 kW.

Conversion formula

Kilowatt = Metric Horsepower ÷ 1.3596216173

Metric Horsepower to kilowatts conversion table

Metric Horsepower (hp)Kilowatts (kW)
75 hp55.1624 kW
90 hp66.1949 kW
105 hp77.2274 kW
116 hp85.3179 kW
150 hp110.325 kW
190 hp139.745 kW
245 hp180.197 kW

What is Metric Horsepower (PS)?

Metric horsepower (PS, CV) is a traditional unit of power used for engine output in Europe and much of the world; it equals 735.49875 watts. The mechanical horsepower (hp) used in the US and UK is slightly larger, 745.7 watts.

Short history of Metric Horsepower (PS)

Horsepower was introduced by James Watt in the 18th century to compare the output of steam engines with the work of draft horses; the metric version later became standard across the automotive industry outside the US.

Open the Metric Horsepower (PS) unit guide

What is Kilowatt?

The kilowatt is a power unit equal to 1,000 watts. It is widely used for equipment and system capacity.

Short history of Kilowatt

The kilowatt became common because many practical machine and utility ratings are easier to read in thousands of watts.

Open the Kilowatt unit guide

Frequently asked questions

What is 1 Metric Horsepower in Kilowatt?

1 hp = 0.73549875 kW.

How do you convert Metric Horsepower to Kilowatt?

To convert metric horsepower to kilowatts, divide the number of metric horsepower by 1.3596216173. 1 hp = 0.735499 kW.

Frequently asked questions

How many kilowatts are in 1 metric horsepower?

1 hp = 0.735499 kW.

How do you convert metric horsepower to kilowatts?

To convert metric horsepower to kilowatts, divide the number of metric horsepower by 1.3596216173. 1 hp = 0.735499 kW.

How many metric horsepower are in 1 kilowatt?

1 kW = 1.35962 hp.

Sources

  1. BIPM: The International System of Units (SI Brochure)
  2. NIST: Guide for the Use of the International System of Units

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