2 Horsepower (electric) to Kilowatts

2 hp(E) = 1.492 kW

Calculation: kW = 2 hp(E) × 0.746 = 1.492 kW

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How much power is 2 hp(E)?

1.49 kW (1,492 W) is comparable to a space heater.

What does 2 hp(E) look like?

Comparable to a space heater
1.49 kW (1,492 W) is comparable to a space heater.

How to Convert Horsepower (electric) to Kilowatt

1 horsepower (electric) = 0.746 kilowatts

Kilowatt = Horsepower (electric) × 0.746

Example: 2 hp(E) × 0.746 = 1.492 kW

Reverse Conversion

To convert kilowatts back to horsepower (electric):

  • Remember, 1 kilowatt equals 1.34048 horsepower (electric).
  • To convert 1.492 kW to hp(E), multiply 1.492 x 1.34048, resulting in 2 hp(E).

2 hp(E) is also equal to:

  • 1492 watt
  • 0.001492 megawatt
About these units

Horsepower (electric): Horsepower used for electrical motor output, standardized at 746 W.

Kilowatt: SI multiple equal to one thousand watts.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 2 horsepower (electric) in kilowatts?

2 horsepower (electric) equals 1.492 kilowatts. This is calculated by multiplying 2 by the conversion factor 0.746.

What does 2 horsepower (electric) look like in kilowatts?

2 horsepower (electric) (1.492 kilowatts) is a small motor — a ceiling fan, a sump pump, or a drill.

How do you calculate 2 horsepower (electric) to kilowatts?

Multiply 2 by the conversion factor 0.746. The calculation is 2 × 0.746 = 1.492 kilowatts. This factor is defined by international measurement standards.

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Conversion factors verified against NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000-4 Based on SI base units (W = J/s, BIPM). Last reviewed: April 2026
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