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# Kilowatts to Mechanical horsepower Converter

Enter a value in kilowatts to get its equivalent in mechanical horsepower. Use the inverse button to switch conversion direction.

## Input data

- **Kilowatts** - type: number; default: 1; step: 0.01

## How it works

hp = kW × 1.3410220896.

## Quick examples

- **1 kW → 1.341022 hp** - Kilowatts: 1
- **50 kW → 67.051104 hp** - Kilowatts: 50
- **100 kW → 134.102209 hp** - Kilowatts: 100

## Understanding your result

The result expresses the value entered in kilowatts as mechanical horsepower. Mechanical horsepower (hp) is not exactly the metric horsepower (PS or ch) used on some vehicle listings.

Last verified: 29 September 2026 (2026-09-29)

## Frequently asked questions

### How do I convert kilowatts to mechanical horsepower?

hp = kW × 1.3410220896.

### What does 1 kW equal in mechanical horsepower?

1 kW equals 1.341022 hp.

### When is a kilowatts to mechanical horsepower conversion useful?

Compare motor power when one specification lists kilowatts and another lists mechanical horsepower.

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