Horsepower to Megawatts Converter
Convert horsepower (hp) to megawatts (MW)
Result
0.000745699872 MW
Megawatts
1 hp = 0.000745699872 MW
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How to convert horsepower to megawatts
One horsepower equals 0.0007456999 megawatts, so multiply the number of horsepower by 0.0007456999.
MW = hp × 0.0007456999
1 hp = 0.0007456999 MW · 1 MW = 1,341.022 hp
Worked example
To convert 5 horsepower to megawatts: 5 hp × 0.0007456999 = 0.003728499 MW.
About horsepower (hp)
Mechanical horsepower is about 745.7 W. Engine power in the US and UK is often in hp or bhp.
About megawatts (MW)
A megawatt is 1,000 kW, used for power plants and large factories.
More conversions
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Frequently asked questions
How many megawatts are in one horsepower?
One horsepower equals 0.0007456999 megawatts.
How many horsepower are in one megawatt?
One megawatt equals 1,341.022 horsepower.
How do I convert horsepower to megawatts?
Use the formula MW = hp × 0.0007456999. For example, 5 hp × 0.0007456999 = 0.003728499 MW.