Convert kilowatt-hour to horsepower hour
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt-hour [kW*h] to horsepower hour [hp*h], or Convert horsepower hour to kilowatt-hour.
1 kW*h = 1.34102208844 hp*h. To convert kilowatt-hour to horsepower hour, multiply the value by 1.34102208844; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp*h = 0.745699872222 kW*h). Both units measure energy and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kW*h = 1.34102208844 hp*h
- 1 hp*h = 0.745699872222 kW*h
- 10 kW*h = 13.4102208844 hp*h
- 100 kW*h = 134.102208844 hp*h
How to Convert Kilowatt-Hour to Horsepower Hour
1 kW*h = 1.34102208844418 hp*h
Example: convert 15 kW*h to hp*h:
15 kW*h = 15 × 1.34102208844418 hp*h = 20.1153313266626 hp*h
Kilowatt-Hour to Horsepower Hour Conversion Table
| kilowatt-hour | horsepower hour |
|---|---|
| 1 kW*h | 1.34102208844 hp*h |
| 2 kW*h | 2.68204417689 hp*h |
| 3 kW*h | 4.02306626533 hp*h |
| 5 kW*h | 6.70511044222 hp*h |
| 10 kW*h | 13.4102208844 hp*h |
| 20 kW*h | 26.8204417689 hp*h |
| 50 kW*h | 67.0511044222 hp*h |
| 100 kW*h | 134.102208844 hp*h |
| 500 kW*h | 670.511044222 hp*h |
| 1000 kW*h | 1341.02208844 hp*h |
Kilowatt-Hour
A kilowatt-hour (kW·h) is a unit of energy equal to the energy transferred or used when a power of one kilowatt is sustained for one hour.
History/Origin
The kilowatt-hour originated in the late 19th century with the development of electrical power systems, becoming a standard unit for measuring electrical energy consumption and billing.
Current Use
It is widely used today in electricity billing, energy consumption monitoring, and in various engineering and scientific applications to quantify electrical energy usage.
Horsepower Hour
A horsepower hour (hp*h) is a unit of energy representing the amount of energy equivalent to one horsepower of power sustained over one hour of time.
History/Origin
The horsepower hour originated from the traditional unit of horsepower used to quantify engine power, combined with the hour to measure energy consumption or production over time. It has been used primarily in engineering and energy industries to express energy usage or capacity.
Current Use
Today, the horsepower hour is rarely used in practical applications, having been largely replaced by the joule and other SI units. However, it may still be referenced in historical data, legacy systems, or specific industries dealing with older measurement standards within the energy and mechanical sectors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilowatt-hour in horsepower hour?
1 kilowatt-hour (kW*h) = 1.34102208844 horsepower hour (hp*h).
How do you convert kilowatt-hour to horsepower hour?
Multiply the kilowatt-hour value by 1.34102208844. For example, 25 kW*h × 1.34102208844 = 33.5255522111 hp*h.
What is 10 kilowatt-hour in horsepower hour?
10 kW*h = 13.4102208844 hp*h.
Which unit is larger, the kilowatt-hour or the horsepower hour?
The kilowatt-hour is the larger unit: 1 kW*h = 1.34102208844 hp*h.