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Power Converter

Convert between 60+ power units — from small electrical devices to industrial-scale systems.

Reference Power Values

Car Engine
200 HP
149 kW
Electric Kettle
2 kW
2,000 W
Air Conditioner
1 Ton
12,000 BTU/h
Wind Turbine
2 MW
2,682 HP

Power Measurement Facts

One mechanical horsepower is defined as exactly 745.7 watts.

Kilowatts are the standard SI unit used to measure electrical power.

Car engines are often rated in horsepower, while electric motors use kilowatts.

A household electric kettle typically consumes around 2 kilowatts of power.

One ton of air conditioning equals 12,000 BTU per hour of cooling capacity.

Large power plants generate electricity in the range of megawatts or gigawatts.

Power Conversion FAQ

How many kilowatts is 1 horsepower?

One mechanical horsepower equals approximately 0.7457 kilowatts.

What is the difference between kW and kWh?

kW measures power output, while kWh measures energy consumed over time.

How do I convert watts to horsepower?

Divide the watt value by 745.7 to get horsepower.

Universal Converters Power Converter – Accurate power unit conversions for automotive, electrical, HVAC, and industrial engineering applications.

Convert horsepower to kilowatts, watts to BTU per hour, megawatts to kilowatts, and all common power measurements instantly.