Power Converter
Convert between watts, kilowatts, horsepower, BTU/h and more.
1 kW = 1.3410221 hp
1 kW in other units
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How It Works
Enter a value
Type the amount you want to convert into the From field.
Pick your units
Choose the source unit and the target power unit from the dropdowns.
Read the result
The converted value appears instantly, plus a table of all other units.
The Power Converter instantly converts between 9 different power units. Convert between watts, kilowatts, horsepower, BTU/h and more. All calculations happen locally in your browser, so conversions are immediate and your data never leaves your device.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert kilowatt to horsepower (mechanical)?
Enter a value in the "From" box, make sure the unit is set to Kilowatt, then choose Horsepower (mechanical) in the "To" box. The converted result appears instantly, along with the value expressed in every other power unit.
What power units are supported?
This converter supports 9 units: Milliwatt, Watt, Kilowatt, Megawatt, Horsepower (mechanical), Horsepower (metric), BTU / hour, Calorie / second, Foot-pound / second.
Is the Power converter free and accurate?
Yes. It is completely free, requires no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser using internationally standardized conversion factors, so results are accurate to many significant figures.
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