Kilowatts to Mechanical horsepower converter
Convert Kilowatts (kW) to Mechanical horsepower (hp mech). Calculate a value, check the formula and compare common measurements.
Result for the values shown.
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What to enter
| Input | Meaning and units |
|---|---|
| Value | Enter value using the definition in the method and example. |
| From | Select the unit or currency in which the entered number is currently expressed. |
| To | Select the unit or currency you need for the answer. |
Understanding your result
The converted value describes the same power quantity in the selected target unit. Display rounding does not add precision to the original measurement.
Common mistakes
- Confusing the source and target units, or overlooking a prefix or case-sensitive symbol.
Check your calculation
- Convert to the target unit and then reverse the direction. Within display rounding, you should recover the original value.
Read the power measurement guide · Calculation checks, sources and review limits
How do I convert kilowatts to mechanical horsepower?
Enter the value in kilowatts to find the same power quantity in mechanical horsepower. The number changes to match the unit; the underlying quantity stays the same. Check the definitions below when a unit has more than one convention.
Common uses
- Compare power ratings in different units.
- Translate power measurements on equipment specifications.
How it works
For the displayed direction, 1 kW equals 1.3410220896 hp mech. The engine converts through the shared power base quantity. Horsepower is mechanical unless marked metric. PS equals metric horsepower. Refrigeration tons use the US 12,000 BTU IT/h convention. The multiplier is derived from the two centralized unit factors. Keep full precision until the final result; displayed answers use up to 12 significant digits.
Worked example
10 kW converts to 13.410220896 hp mech. For the reverse direction, swap the units and enter 13.410220896 hp mech; the result is approximately 10 kW.
FAQ
How do I convert kW to hp mech?
hp mech = kW × 1.3410220896
Which definition is used?
Horsepower is mechanical unless marked metric. PS equals metric horsepower. Refrigeration tons use the US 12,000 BTU IT/h convention.
Common values
Use “Swap units” above for the reverse conversion. Values below are rounded to six significant digits.
| Kilowatts | Mechanical horsepower |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.34102 |
| 5 | 6.70511 |
| 10 | 13.4102 |
| 20 | 26.8204 |
| 30 | 40.2307 |
| 50 | 67.0511 |
| 100 | 134.102 |