The Unit Converters

Megawatt to Horsepower

1 Megawatt = 1341.02 Horsepower


Conversion Formula

To convert Megawatt to Horsepower, multiply the value by 1341.02.

Megawatt × 1341.02 = Horsepower

Quick Reference

MW hp
1 1341.02
5 6705.11
10 13410.2
25 33525.5
50 67051.1
100 134102
500 670511
1000 1341020

What is Megawatt?

The megawatt (symbol: MW) is a unit of power equal to one million watts.

Common Uses

Megawatts are used to express the capacity of large power plants, the power demand of entire towns, and the output of large-scale renewable energy installations like wind farms and solar arrays.

What is Horsepower?

Horsepower (symbol: hp) is a unit of measurement of power, or the rate at which work is done.

It was originally coined by James Watt to compare the output of steam engines with the power of draft horses. There are different variations, but the most common “mechanical horsepower” is approximately 745.7 watts.

Common Uses

Horsepower is the standard unit used to measure the peak power output of internal combustion engines in cars, motorcycles, and boats.

How many horsepower are in a megawatt?

There are 1341.02 horsepower in 1 megawatt.


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