Chart type
4-column
Kilowatts, mechanical HP, metric HP, and electrical HP.
Focused Tool Page
kWs to Horsepower Conversion Table
This page is built around the chart. It still includes the live converter, but the main goal is to give users a quick kW to HP table they can scan, compare, and reference without leaving the page.
Common values
0.5 to 75
Includes several popular motor and equipment sizes.
Use case
Fast lookup
Best for quick comparison without repeated manual entry.
Chart + calculator
Use the live converter for custom values, then cross-check the answer against the chart below.
Mechanical HP
1 kW = 1.34102 HP
Metric HP
1 kW = 1.35962 HP
Electrical HP
1 kW = 1.34048 HP
Formula
HP = kW x factor
Default
Mechanical horsepower
Precision
Rounded to 3 decimals
How to use the kws to horsepower conversion table
The page keeps the same simple flow as the main converter, but the inputs, reference text, and table are tuned to this specific conversion job.
Step 1
Check the chart first
If your value is a common size, you may be able to find the horsepower reference immediately in the table.
Step 2
Use the calculator for custom values
If the exact value is not listed, enter it in the live tool and select the horsepower type you need.
Step 3
Compare nearby sizes
The chart makes it easy to scan adjacent values when evaluating standard equipment sizes.
Lookup
Find the nearest kW row
Compare
Review HP across standards
Refine
Use the live tool for custom values
kilowatts to horsepower chart
A quick-reference table for common conversion ratios and standard equipment values.
| Kilowatts (kW) | Mechanical HP | Metric HP | Electrical HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 kW | 0.67 HP | 0.68 HP | 0.67 HP |
| 0.75 kW | 1.01 HP | 1.02 HP | 1.01 HP |
| 1 kW | 1.34 HP | 1.36 HP | 1.34 HP |
| 1.5 kW | 2.01 HP | 2.04 HP | 2.01 HP |
| 2.2 kW | 2.95 HP | 2.99 HP | 2.95 HP |
| 3 kW | 4.02 HP | 4.08 HP | 4.02 HP |
| 5 kW | 6.71 HP | 6.80 HP | 6.70 HP |
| 7.5 kW | 10.06 HP | 10.20 HP | 10.05 HP |
| 10 kW | 13.41 HP | 13.60 HP | 13.40 HP |
| 15 kW | 20.12 HP | 20.39 HP | 20.11 HP |
| 30 kW | 40.23 HP | 40.79 HP | 40.21 HP |
| 50 kW | 67.05 HP | 67.98 HP | 67.02 HP |
| 75 kW | 100.58 HP | 101.97 HP | 100.54 HP |
FAQ
kWs to Horsepower Conversion Table FAQ
What is the benefit of a conversion table? +
A chart is useful when you want to compare several standard values quickly without entering them one by one.
Does the chart replace the calculator? +
No. The chart is great for common values, while the calculator handles custom numbers and lets you switch standards instantly.
Why does the chart include multiple HP columns? +
Different documents may use mechanical, metric, or electrical horsepower, so showing all three avoids guesswork.
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