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Convert kilowatt to horsepower (electric)
Convert kilowatt to horsepower (electric) with a verified formula, worked example, conversion table, precision guidance, and reverse conversion.
kilowatt to horsepower (electric)
kilowatt to horsepower (electric)
Quick answer
1 kilowatt = 1.34048257373 horsepower (electric).
Formula
horsepower (electric) = kilowatt × 1.340482573726541554959785523
Precision
The stored factor is used at full decimal precision; round only the displayed result to the precision required by the task.
How to convert kilowatt to horsepower (electric)
- Enter a value in kilowatt.
- The conversion is linear, so each kilowatt is worth 1.340482573726541554959785523 horsepower (electric).
- Round the displayed horsepower (electric) value only when needed.
About these units
kilowatt is a unit used in power conversions. Power measures the rate at which energy is transferred or work is performed. Its recorded symbol is kW. horsepower (electric) is a unit used in power conversions. Power measures the rate at which energy is transferred or work is performed.
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kilowatt to horsepower (electric) conversion table
| kilowatt | horsepower (electric) |
|---|---|
| 0 kilowatt | 0e-27 horsepower (electric) |
| 1 kilowatt | 1.34048257373 horsepower (electric) |
| 5 kilowatt | 6.70241286863 horsepower (electric) |
| 10 kilowatt | 13.4048257373 horsepower (electric) |
| 25 kilowatt | 33.5120643432 horsepower (electric) |
| 100 kilowatt | 134.048257373 horsepower (electric) |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert from kilowatt to horsepower (electric)?
The conversion is linear, so each kilowatt is worth 1.340482573726541554959785523 horsepower (electric).
What formula does CalculatorHQ use for kilowatt to horsepower (electric)?
horsepower (electric) = kilowatt × 1.340482573726541554959785523
How should I round the result?
The stored factor is used at full decimal precision; round only the displayed result to the precision required by the task.
Can I convert horsepower (electric) back to kilowatt?
Yes. Use the linked reverse conversion, whose formula is validated against this pair with round-trip tests.