How to convert Kilowatt to Mechanical horsepower

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

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 kW = 1000 W

1 hp = 745.699871582 W

1 kW × 1000 = 1000 W

1000 W ÷ 745.699871582 = 1.3410220896 hp