Power
Browse Power conversions1 kilowatt = 1.3596216173 metric horsepower
How This Conversion Works
Kilowatt and metric horsepower are both used for power conversions. This page converts 1 kilowatt into 1.3596216173 metric horsepower using the formula shown below.
Use this result for quick checks, comparisons, and everyday reference. For work that depends on exact precision, review the rounding setting and the assumption note before using the number.
The precision controls let you switch between a shorter result, the standard readable result, and scientific notation when the value is very large or very small.
Unit Notes
- 1 kilowatt (kW) equals 1000 watt.
- 1 metric horsepower (PS) equals 735.49875 watt.
Conversion Questions
How do you convert kilowatt to metric horsepower?
This page converts kilowatt to metric horsepower using this formula: (1 x 1000) / 735.49875.
What is 1 kilowatt in metric horsepower?
1 kilowatt equals 1.3596216173 metric horsepower.
How many decimals does this converter show?
Displayed to 10 decimal places, trimmed for readability. The precision buttons can also show a shorter result or scientific notation.
Equivalent Values
Nearby Values
- Formula
- (1 x 1000) / 735.49875
- Rounding
- Displayed to 10 decimal places, trimmed for readability.
- Assumption
- Power units use SI watt definitions. Horsepower is mechanical horsepower at 745.6998715822702 watts; metric horsepower is 735.49875 watts.