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HP to kW Calculator

Convert horsepower to kilowatts (kW = HP × 0.746).

Formula

kW = HP × 0.746

kW
Power, in kilowatts
HP
Power, in horsepower

What this calculator does

Converts a motor or engine power rating from horsepower to kilowatts.

Use cases

  • Convert a motor's horsepower nameplate rating to kilowatts
  • Compare equipment rated in HP against a kW-based spec
  • Estimate electrical load in kW from a mechanical HP rating

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