Convert Megawatt to Horsepower
Enter a value in Megawatt to see it instantly in Horsepower, or use the reverse converter below.
Megawatt
Definition: Equal to 1,000,000 watts.
Current use: Used for power plant output and large industrial equipment.
Horsepower
Definition: Originally defined to compare steam engines to draft horses.
Current use: Used worldwide for engine and motor power ratings.
Megawatt to Horsepower Conversion Table
| Megawatt [MW] | Horsepower [hp] |
|---|---|
| 0.001 MW | 1.3410220896 hp |
| 0.01 MW | 13.410220896 hp |
| 0.1 MW | 134.1022089595 hp |
| 0.5 MW | 670.5110447975 hp |
| 1 MW | 1341.022089595 hp |
| 2 MW | 2682.0441791901 hp |
| 5 MW | 6705.1104479751 hp |
| 10 MW | 13410.2208959503 hp |
How to Convert Megawatt to Horsepower
1 hp = 0.0007456999 MW
Example: convert 1 MW to hp:
Horsepower to Megawatt Conversion Table
| Horsepower [hp] | Megawatt [MW] |
|---|---|
| 1 hp | 0.0007456999 MW |
| 10 hp | 0.0074569987 MW |
| 100 hp | 0.0745699872 MW |
| 1000 hp | 0.7456998716 MW |
| 10000 hp | 7.4569987158 MW |
| 100000 hp | 74.5699871582 MW |
| 1000000 hp | 745.6998715823 MW |
Quick Estimate
For a quick mental estimate, 1 MW is about 1341 hp, and 1 hp is about 0.00075 MW. Use the exact calculator above when accuracy matters, such as for money, medicine, engineering or anything you will buy or sell.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Horsepower are in 1 Megawatt?
1 Megawatt (MW) equals 1341.022089595 Horsepower (hp).
How do I convert Megawatt to Horsepower?
Multiply the value in MW by 1341.022089595 to get hp. To go the other way, multiply hp by 0.0007456999.
What is 10 Megawatt in Horsepower?
10 MW = 13410.2208959503 hp.
What is 100 Megawatt in Horsepower?
100 MW = 134102.2089595028 hp.
What is a Megawatt?
Equal to 1,000,000 watts. Used for power plant output and large industrial equipment.
What is a Horsepower?
Originally defined to compare steam engines to draft horses. Used worldwide for engine and motor power ratings.
How many Megawatt are in 1 Horsepower?
1 Horsepower (hp) equals 0.0007456999 Megawatt (MW).
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