Power Converter

Convert between watts, kilowatts, horsepower (hp & metric ch), MW and BTU/h — instantly.

Result

Result

1.3596

How it works

Result = value × (from watt factor ÷ to watt factor)

Convert power between watts (W, kW, MW), horsepower (hp imperial and metric ch/PS) and BTU/h. All conversions go through watts.

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Frequently asked questions

How many hp are in 1 kW?

1 kW ≈ 1.341 hp (imperial) or 1.360 metric hp (ch).

What is the difference between hp and ch?

Imperial hp = 745.7 W; metric horsepower (ch/PS) = 735.5 W — slightly smaller.

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