Electric Horsepower to Kilowatts

Convert Electric Horsepower to Kilowatt instantly. Quick and accurate power conversion for electrical, mechanical, and HVAC applications.

What is the ehp → kW Converter?

This tool converts Electric Horsepower (ehp) to Kilowatt (kW) quickly and accurately. Whether you work with motors, appliances, HVAC systems, or engineering specs, it gives you instant, reliable results right in your browser.

Conversion factor: 1 ehp = 0.746 kW. Multiply any ehp value by 0.746 to get kW.

Understanding the Units

Electric Horsepower (ehp)

Exactly 746 watts. Used specifically for rating electric motors, particularly in North American standards.

Kilowatt (kW)

Standard metric unit equal to 1,000 watts. Used worldwide for rating electrical appliances, motors, and power consumption.

Common Applications

Electric Motors

Rate electric motor output to North American standards.

Drivetrain Specs

Compare electric drive power with mechanical horsepower.

Electrical Sizing

Match motor power to wiring and supply requirements.

How to Use

Converting ehp to kW takes just a few seconds:

Enter the value

Type your Electric Horsepower value into the first input field.

Read the result

The Kilowatt result appears instantly in the second field as you type.

Copy or swap

Use the copy button to grab the result, or the swap button (↔) to reverse the direction and convert kW back to ehp.

Conversion Formula

Formula: kW = ehp × 0.746. To reverse: ehp = kW × 1.34.

Worked Example

For example, 10 ehp × 0.746 = 7.46 kW.

Quick Reference Table

Common ehp-to-kW conversions at a glance:

ehp	kW
10 ehp	7.46 kW
50 ehp	37.30 kW
100 ehp	74.60 kW
250 ehp	186.50 kW
500 ehp	373.00 kW
1000 ehp	746.00 kW

Features

Instant Conversion

Results update as you type — no convert button needed. Calculations use precise factors for engineering-grade accuracy.

Bidirectional Input

Type in either field and the other updates automatically, so you can convert in whichever direction you need.

Copy Results

One click copies any value to your clipboard for documents, spreadsheets, or specifications.

Many Power Units

Switch the dropdowns to convert among Watts, Kilowatts, Megawatts, Horsepower, BTU/h, Tons of Refrigeration, and more.

Mobile Friendly

Works smoothly on desktop, tablet, and phone — convert power units anywhere.

100% Private

Every calculation runs locally in your browser. No data is stored or sent to any server.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert ehp to kW?

Multiply the ehp value by 0.746. For example, 1 ehp = 0.746 kW.

What is the formula for ehp to kW?

The formula is kW = ehp × 0.746. To convert back, use ehp = kW × 1.34.

What is Electric Horsepower?

Exactly 746 watts. Used specifically for rating electric motors, particularly in North American standards.

What is Kilowatt?

Standard metric unit equal to 1,000 watts. Used worldwide for rating electrical appliances, motors, and power consumption.

Is this converter accurate?

Yes. It uses internationally recognized conversion factors with high precision, suitable for engineering, HVAC, and automotive work.

Can I convert other power units?

Yes. Use the dropdown menus to choose from many units including Watts, Kilowatts, Megawatts, Horsepower (hp/PS), BTU/h, Tons of Refrigeration, and more.