1 kW to hp
1 kW ≈ 1.34 hp
1 kilowatt is approximately 1.34 horsepower.
How to convert 1 kW to hp
Use the formula hp = kW × 1.34102208959:
hp = 1 × 1.34102208959hp = 1.341022
So 1 kW = 1.341022 hp, or about 1.34 hp rounded.
Rounded values and quick estimate
- Rounded to a whole number: 1 hp
- Rounded to one decimal place: 1.3 hp
- Conversion factor: 1 kilowatt = 1.34 horsepower
Quick mental estimate: multiply by 1.34. For 1 kW that gives about 1.34 hp — within 1% of the exact answer. Use the exact formula when precision matters.
1 kW in other units
- Horsepower
- 1.34 hp
- Watts
- 1000 W
- BTU per hour
- 3412.14 BTU/h
- Tons of refrigeration
- 0.2843 tons
1 kW and nearby values
| Kilowatts | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | 1.34 hp |
| 2 kW | 2.68 hp |
| 3 kW | 4.02 hp |
| 4 kW | 5.36 hp |
| 5 kW | 6.71 hp |
About kilowatts and horsepower
A kilowatt is 1,000 watts. It is used for engine power in most countries and for electrical loads.
Mechanical horsepower is about 745.7 watts. It is the traditional unit of engine power in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What is 1 kW in hp?
1 kilowatt is about 1.34 horsepower (1 kW ≈ 1.34 hp).
How do you convert 1 kW to hp?
Apply hp = kW × 1.34102208959: hp = 1 × 1.34102208959, hp = 1.341022.
How many kilowatts is 1.34 hp?
1.34 hp is about 0.9992 kilowatts.