How to convert Mechanical horsepower to Kilowatt

Conversion factor and calculation steps from Mechanical horsepower (hp) to Kilowatt (kW).

Conversion logic

Each unit is defined via the base unit (watt (W)). The value is first converted to the base unit, then to the selected unit.

1 hp = 745.699871582 W

1 kW = 1000 W

1 hp × 745.699871582 = 745.699871582 W

745.699871582 W ÷ 1000 = 0.745699871582 kW