Kilowatt to Horsepower (Metric, PS)
1 Kilowatt (kW) is equal to 1.359622 Horsepower (Metric, PS) (hp (M)).To convert from kilowatt into horsepower (metric, ps), calculate using the recognized factor equation: 1 × 1.359622 = 1.3596 hp (M). Enter any value into the calculator below for automatic multi-unit calculations across the entire system.
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How to Convert Kilowatt to Horsepower (Metric, PS)
Exact FormulaTo convert from Kilowatt (kW) to Horsepower (Metric, PS) (hp (M)), apply the standard mathematical equation:
1 Kilowatt (kW) is equal to exactly 1.359622 Horsepower (Metric, PS) (hp (M)).
Reverse conversion: 1 hp (M) = 0.735499 kW.
Kilowatt to Horsepower (Metric, PS) Conversion Table
Quick lookup for standard increments from 1 to 100 kW
| Kilowatt (kW) | Horsepower (Metric, PS) (hp (M)) | Quick Copy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 kW | 1.3596 hp (M) | |
| 2 kW | 2.7192 hp (M) | |
| 3 kW | 4.0789 hp (M) | |
| 5 kW | 6.7981 hp (M) | |
| 10 kW | 13.5962 hp (M) | |
| 15 kW | 20.3943 hp (M) | |
| 20 kW | 27.1924 hp (M) | |
| 25 kW | 33.9905 hp (M) | |
| 50 kW | 67.9811 hp (M) | |
| 75 kW | 101.9716 hp (M) | |
| 100 kW | 135.9622 hp (M) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common queries regarding Kilowatt to Horsepower (Metric, PS) calculation formulas
How many horsepower (metric, ps) are in 1 kilowatt?
There are exactly 1.359622 horsepower (metric, ps) (hp (M)) in 1 kilowatt (kW).
What is the formula to convert from Kilowatt to Horsepower (Metric, PS)?
To convert Kilowatt to Horsepower (Metric, PS): Value in hp (M) = Value in kW × (1.359622). 1 Kilowatt (kW) is equal to exactly 1.359622 Horsepower (Metric, PS) (hp (M)).
How do you convert Horsepower (Metric, PS) back into Kilowatt?
To convert in reverse from Horsepower (Metric, PS) to Kilowatt, 1 hp (M) equals approximately 0.735499 kW.