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1 megawatt = 1000 kilowatt

Reviewed June 18, 2026 Linear conversions use exact SI and international definitions where available. No account, tracking login, or third-party scoring required.
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Formula Summary

Result: 1 megawatt = 1000 kilowatt

Formula: (1 x 1000000) / 1000

Rounding: Displayed to 6 decimal places by default, trimmed for readability. Use Detailed or Scientific for more precision.

Real World Context

1000 kilowatt is approximately:

  • about 1000000 watts
How This Conversion Works

Megawatt and kilowatt are both used for power conversions. This page converts 1 megawatt into 1000 kilowatt 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 megawatt (MW) equals 1000000 watt.
  • 1 kilowatt (kW) equals 1000 watt.

Questions

How do you convert megawatt to kilowatt?

This page converts megawatt to kilowatt using this formula: (1 x 1000000) / 1000.

What is 1 megawatt in kilowatt?

1 megawatt equals 1000 kilowatt.

How many decimals does this converter show?

Displayed to 6 decimal places by default, trimmed for readability. Use Detailed or Scientific for more precision. The precision buttons can also show a shorter result or scientific notation.

Equivalent Values
1000000 watt
1000 kilowatt
1 megawatt
1341.022089595 horsepower
1359.6216173039 metric horsepower
3412141.6331279417 BTU per hour
239005.7361376673 calorie per second
860420.6500956023 kilocalorie per hour
Nearby Values
0.5 megawatt 500 kilowatt
1 megawatt 1000 kilowatt
2 megawatt 2000 kilowatt
5 megawatt 5000 kilowatt
10 megawatt 10000 kilowatt
Full Details
Formula
(1 x 1000000) / 1000
Rounding
Displayed to 6 decimal places by default, trimmed for readability. Use Detailed or Scientific for more precision.
Assumption
Power units use SI watt definitions. Horsepower is mechanical horsepower at 745.6998715822702 watts; metric horsepower is 735.49875 watts.

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