kW to PS Converter
Quick answer: To convert kW to PS, multiply by 1.359622. For example, 10 kW is 13.59622 PS. One kilowatt equals 1.359622 PS.
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Use the kW to PS Converter
kW to PS formula and what each symbol means
PS = kW × 1.359622
| Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|
| kW | Kilowatt |
| PS | Metric horsepower |
kW to PS examples
1 kW
1 kW × 1.359622 = 1.359622 PS.
10 kW
10 kW × 1.359622 = 13.59622 PS.
100 kW
100 kW × 1.359622 = 135.9622 PS.
kW compared with PS
One kW is 1.36 times as large as one PS, so your number gets bigger when you convert kW to PS and smaller when you convert back. If the answer is not larger than what you typed, you divided instead of multiplying.
About kW and PS
Kilowatt (kW): 1,000 watts. Metric horsepower (PS): Metric horsepower (Pferdestärke), exactly 735.49875 watts.
Where kW to PS conversions are used
Power stations and the grid are described in megawatts and gigawatts. Engines and motors are rated in kilowatts or horsepower, depending on the market.
How to calculate kW to PS step by step
- Enter the value in kW (the starting unit).
- Multiply by 1.359622, because 1 kW = 1.359622 PS.
- The product is the value in PS. To go back, divide by 1.359622 or multiply by 0.7354987.
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How to read your kW to PS result
Quick estimate: multiply by about 1.36 to get PS from kW; this is within 0.1% of the exact factor. One watt is one joule per second.
| KW | PS |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.359622 |
| 2 | 2.719243 |
| 5 | 6.798108 |
| 10 | 13.59622 |
| 20 | 27.19243 |
| 50 | 67.98108 |
| 100 | 135.9622 |
| 1,000 | 1,359.622 |
PS to kW: quick table
| PS | KW |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.7354987 |
| 5 | 3.677494 |
| 10 | 7.354987 |
| 25 | 18.38747 |
| 50 | 36.77494 |
| 100 | 73.54988 |
| 250 | 183.8747 |
| 500 | 367.7494 |
Common mistakes when calculating kW to PS
- Using Btu/h for heating loads without noting that 1 ton of refrigeration is 12,000 Btu/h.
- Dividing when you should multiply: from kW to PS multiply by 1.359622; from PS to kW divide by 1.359622.
kW to PS FAQ
How many PS are in 1 kW?
1 kW equals 1.359622 PS.
How many kW are in 1 PS?
1 PS equals 0.7354987 kW.
Is 1 kW = 1.359622 PS an exact conversion?
The factor is shown rounded to 7 significant figures (1.359622). The calculator above uses more digits.
What is a metric horsepower (PS)?
Metric horsepower (Pferdestärke), exactly 735.49875 watts.
How can I estimate kW to PS in my head?
Quick estimate: multiply by about 1.36 to get PS from kW; this is within 0.1% of the exact factor.
What is 30 kW in PS?
30 kW = 40.78865 PS (since 30 × 1.359622).
What is 150 kW in PS?
150 kW = 203.9432 PS (since 150 × 1.359622).
What is 0.5 kW in PS?
0.5 kW = 0.6798108 PS (since 0.5 × 1.359622).
How many decimals should I keep when converting kW to PS?
Match the precision of your original measurement. For example, 13.59622 PS rounds to 13.6 PS at 3 significant figures; keep more digits only for engineering or scientific work.
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Method, review and disclaimer
Edited by: Hemant Kumar and Anjita Rai, founders of ToolsVault (SEO and content professional, not a licensed adviser). Method: this tool runs in your browser using the formula shown on this page; the numbers you enter are not sent to our servers. Sources: NIST SP 811, Appendix B.8: conversion factors