Megawatts to Horsepower Converter
Convert megawatts (MW) to horsepower (hp)
Result
1,341.02209 hp
Horsepower
1 MW = 1,341.02209 hp
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How to convert megawatts to horsepower
One megawatt equals 1,341.022 horsepower, so multiply the number of megawatts by 1,341.022.
hp = MW × 1,341.022
1 MW = 1,341.022 hp · 1 hp = 0.0007456999 MW
Worked example
To convert 5 megawatts to horsepower: 5 MW × 1,341.022 = 6,705.11 hp.
About megawatts (MW)
A megawatt is 1,000 kW, used for power plants and large factories.
About horsepower (hp)
Mechanical horsepower is about 745.7 W. Engine power in the US and UK is often in hp or bhp.
More conversions
Megawatts to other units
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower are in one megawatt?
One megawatt equals 1,341.022 horsepower.
How many megawatts are in one horsepower?
One horsepower equals 0.0007456999 megawatts.
How do I convert megawatts to horsepower?
Use the formula hp = MW × 1,341.022. For example, 5 MW × 1,341.022 = 6,705.11 hp.