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kW to HP Calculator

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

Formula

HP = kW ÷ 0.746

HP
Power, in horsepower
kW
Power, in kilowatts

What this calculator does

Converts a power rating from kilowatts to horsepower.

Use cases

  • Convert a kW-rated motor spec to horsepower for comparison
  • Estimate mechanical output in HP from an electrical kW rating
  • Cross-check a nameplate kW rating against an HP-based spec

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