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kW to PS

Convert kilowatts to metric horsepower as you type, or the other way round. Multiply the number of kilowatts by 1.359622.

1 kW = 1.359622 PS

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How to convert kilowatts to metric horsepower

Multiply the number of kilowatts by 1.359622. That is all there is to it, because the factor between kilowatts and metric horsepower never changes.

Formula
PS = kW × 1.359622

Example: 100 kilowatts × 1.359622 ≈ 135.9622 metric horsepower.

kW to PS chart

Kilowatts (kW)Metric horsepower (PS)
1 kW1.3596 PS
5 kW6.7981 PS
10 kW13.5962 PS
20 kW27.1924 PS
50 kW67.9811 PS
75 kW101.9716 PS
90 kW122.3659 PS
100 kW135.9622 PS
110 kW149.5584 PS
120 kW163.1546 PS
150 kW203.9432 PS
200 kW271.9243 PS
250 kW339.9054 PS
300 kW407.8865 PS
400 kW543.8486 PS
500 kW679.8108 PS

Values are rounded to six decimals below 1, four decimals up to 1,000 and two decimals above. The converter above shows more digits.

About the units

One kilowatt is 1,000 watts.

One metric horsepower is 735.49875 watts.

Need the other direction? Use the PS to kW converter. For every power unit at once, open the Power Converter.

Frequently asked questions

How many metric horsepower are in a kilowatt?

There are 1.359622 metric horsepower in one kilowatt.

How do I convert kilowatts to metric horsepower?

Multiply the number of kilowatts by 1.359622. For example: 100 kilowatts × 1.359622 ≈ 135.9622 metric horsepower.

What is 120 kilowatts in metric horsepower?

120 kilowatts equals 163.1546 metric horsepower.