Convert Kilowatts to Metric Horsepower
Convert kilowatts to metric horsepower instantly. Type a value below, check the formula and table, then see how the same kW to PS conversion looks as a single line in Notes Calculator.
In Notes Calculator, type 100 kW to metric hp and the answer appears as you type.
Kilowatts to Metric Horsepower formula
One kilowatt is 1.35962 metric horsepower, so PS = kW × 1.35962. For the reverse, multiply metric horsepower by 0.735499, or use the Metric Horsepower to Kilowatts converter.
Kilowatts to Metric Horsepower conversion table
| Kilowatts (kW) | Metric Horsepower (PS) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.35962 |
| 2 | 2.71924 |
| 5 | 6.79811 |
| 10 | 13.5962 |
| 20 | 27.1924 |
| 25 | 33.9905 |
| 50 | 67.9811 |
| 100 | 135.962 |
| 250 | 339.905 |
| 500 | 679.811 |
| 1,000 | 1,359.62 |
Kilowatts to Metric Horsepower in Notes Calculator
Notes Calculator is a notepad that does math. Write 100 kW to metric hp on any line and the answer appears beside it. Change the number and the result follows. The same works with in and as, and with values stored in variables, so a whole estimate can mix kilowatts and metric horsepower without a separate converter.
| Note | Result |
|---|---|
| 100 kW to metric hp | 135.96 metric hp |
| 100 kW in metric hp | 135.96 metric hp |
| 10 metric hp as kW | 7.35 kW |
See the unit conversion docs for mixing units in one expression, or open the free web app and try it.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many metric horsepower are in one kilowatt?
One kilowatt equals 1.35962 metric horsepower. To convert kilowatts to metric horsepower, multiply by 1.35962; to go back, multiply by 0.735499.
How do I convert kilowatts to metric horsepower in Notes Calculator?
Type the value, the unit, and the target unit on one line: 100 kW to metric hp. The keywords to, in, and as all work, and the result updates as you type. You can also keep the value in a variable and convert it later.
Is this kilowatts to metric horsepower converter free?
Yes. The converter on this page is free, and Notes Calculator has a free plan for the web, Mac, Windows, Linux, Android, and iOS with the same unit conversions built in.
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