HP to kW Calculator

Convert horsepower to kilowatts instantly. 1 mechanical horsepower equals 0.7457 kilowatts. Essential for automotive, engineering, and electrical calculations.

Convert Power

Conversion Results

100 HP = 74.5700 kW

Formula: 1 HP = 0.7457 kW

HP to kW Quick Reference

HP kW HP kW
1 HP 0.75 kW 150 HP 111.86 kW
10 HP 7.46 kW 200 HP 149.14 kW
50 HP 37.29 kW 300 HP 223.71 kW
100 HP 74.57 kW 500 HP 372.85 kW

Key Takeaways

  • 1 HP = 0.7457 kW — standard mechanical horsepower conversion
  • Bidirectional conversion — convert HP to kW or kW to HP
  • Essential for automotive, engineering, and electrical calculations

HP to kW Calculator - Power Unit Conversion

The HP to kW Calculator provides accurate conversion between horsepower and kilowatts, supporting different types of horsepower measurements used worldwide. This tool is essential for automotive, engineering, and electrical applications.

Types of Horsepower

There are several different definitions of horsepower, each with specific conversion factors:

Mechanical HP

1 HP = 745.7 watts

Used in USA & automotive

Metric HP (PS/CV)

1 PS = 735.5 watts

Used in Europe & Asia

Electrical HP

1 HP = 746 watts

Used for electric motors

How to Use This Calculator

1 Select Direction

Choose HP to kW or kW to HP conversion

2 Enter Value

Input the power value you want to convert

3 Get Result

Click "Convert" to see the result with formula

Common Applications

Automotive

Converting engine power ratings between different standards

Electric Motors

Understanding motor power consumption and ratings

Industrial Equipment

Comparing machinery specifications

International Trade

Converting between regional power standards