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How to convert kilowatts to BHP

How to convert power in kilowatts (kW) to brake horsepower (BHP).

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How to convert power in kilowatts (kW) to brake horsepower (BHP).

kW to BHP conversion formula

One mechanical brake horsepower is equal to 0.745699872 kilowatts:

1 hp = 745.699872 W = 0.745699872 kW

So the power conversion of kilowatts to BHP is given by:

P(hp) = P(kW) / 0.745699872

Convert 100 kW to BHP:

P(hp) = 100 kW /  0.745699872 = 134.102 hp