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Convert kilowatts to metric horsepower

Convert kilowatts (kW) to metric horsepower (PS). 1 kW = 1.35962 PS, and 1 PS = 0.735499 kW.

1 kW = 1.35962 PS

kW to Metric HP (PS) formula

PS = kW × 1.359621617

Multiply the number of kilowatts by 1.359621617.

Example: To convert 1 kW to metric horsepower: 1 × 1.359621617 = 1.35962 PS.

Quick answers

What is 1 kW in metric horsepower?
1 kW = 1.35962 PS
What is 100 kW in metric horsepower?
100 kW = 135.962 PS
What is 150 kW in metric horsepower?
150 kW = 203.943 PS

kW to Metric HP (PS) conversion table

Metric HP (PS) to kW table
kilowatts (kW)metric horsepower (PS)
1 kW1.35962 PS
5 kW6.79811 PS
10 kW13.5962 PS
50 kW67.9811 PS
75 kW101.972 PS
100 kW135.962 PS
110 kW149.558 PS
150 kW203.943 PS
200 kW271.924 PS
250 kW339.905 PS
300 kW407.886 PS
500 kW679.811 PS

Frequently asked questions

How many metric horsepower are in a kilowatt?

There are 1.35962 metric horsepower in a kilowatt (1 kW = 1.35962 PS).

How do I convert kilowatts to metric horsepower?

Multiply the number of kilowatts by 1.359621617. To convert 1 kW to metric horsepower: 1 × 1.359621617 = 1.35962 PS.

Is the kW to Metric HP (PS) conversion exact?

Yes. Both units are defined exactly, so 1 kilowatt is exactly 1.3596216173 metric horsepower. Results on this page are rounded to six significant digits; pick more decimals in the converter if you need them.

What is 1 kW in metric horsepower?

1 kW = 1.35962 PS.

How do I convert metric horsepower back to kilowatts?

Use the reverse relationship: 1 PS = 0.735499 kW. The Metric HP (PS) to kW page has a converter and a full table.

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