PS to kW Converter
Quick answer: To convert PS to kW, multiply by 0.7354987. For example, 10 PS is 7.354987 kW. One metric horsepower equals 0.7354987 kW.
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Use the PS to kW Converter
PS to kW formula and what each symbol means
kW = PS × 0.7354987
| Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|
| PS | Metric horsepower |
| kW | Kilowatt |
PS to kW examples
1 PS
1 PS × 0.7354987 = 0.7354987 kW.
10 PS
10 PS × 0.7354987 = 7.354987 kW.
100 PS
100 PS × 0.7354987 = 73.54988 kW.
PS compared with kW
One kW is 1.36 times as large as one PS, so your number gets smaller when you convert PS to kW and bigger when you convert back. If the answer is not smaller than what you typed, you multiplied instead of dividing.
About PS and kW
Metric horsepower (PS): Metric horsepower (Pferdestärke), exactly 735.49875 watts. Kilowatt (kW): 1,000 watts.
Where PS to kW 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 PS to kW step by step
- Enter the value in PS (the starting unit).
- Multiply by 0.7354987, because 1 PS = 0.7354987 kW.
- The product is the value in kW. To go back, divide by 0.7354987 or multiply by 1.359622.
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How to read your PS to kW result
Quick estimate: multiply by about 0.74 to get kW from PS; this is within 0.7% of the exact factor. One watt is one joule per second.
| PS | KW |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.7354987 |
| 2 | 1.470997 |
| 5 | 3.677494 |
| 10 | 7.354987 |
| 20 | 14.70997 |
| 50 | 36.77494 |
| 100 | 73.54988 |
| 1,000 | 735.4987 |
kW to PS: quick table
| KW | PS |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.359622 |
| 5 | 6.798108 |
| 10 | 13.59622 |
| 25 | 33.99054 |
| 50 | 67.98108 |
| 100 | 135.9622 |
| 250 | 339.9054 |
| 500 | 679.8108 |
Common mistakes when calculating PS to kW
- Using Btu/h for heating loads without noting that 1 ton of refrigeration is 12,000 Btu/h.
- Dividing when you should multiply: from PS to kW multiply by 0.7354987; from kW to PS divide by 0.7354987.
PS to kW FAQ
How many kW are in 1 PS?
1 PS equals 0.7354987 kW.
How many PS are in 1 kW?
1 kW equals 1.359622 PS.
Is 1 PS = 0.7354987 kW an exact conversion?
The factor is shown rounded to 7 significant figures (0.7354987). The calculator above uses more digits.
What is a kilowatt (kW)?
1,000 watts.
How can I estimate PS to kW in my head?
Quick estimate: multiply by about 0.74 to get kW from PS; this is within 0.7% of the exact factor.
What is 200 PS in kW?
200 PS = 147.0998 kW (since 200 × 0.7354987).
What is 3 PS in kW?
3 PS = 2.206496 kW (since 3 × 0.7354987).
What is 30 PS in kW?
30 PS = 22.06496 kW (since 30 × 0.7354987).
How many decimals should I keep when converting PS to kW?
Match the precision of your original measurement. For example, 7.354987 kW rounds to 7.35 kW 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