Power Converter

Convert between watts and other practical power units.

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Phone fast charge 30 W
Refrigerator average 150 W
Laptop charger 65 W
Microwave 1000 W
Desktop PC 300 W
E-bike motor 500 W

Formula

MW = hp × 0.0007456999

Example

Example: convert 1.5 horsepower to megawatts.

1.5 hp = 0.00111855 MW

Conversion table

horsepower (hp) megawatts (MW)
1 hp 0.0007457 MW
2 hp 0.0014914 MW
5 hp 0.0037285 MW
10 hp 0.007457 MW
20 hp 0.014914 MW
50 hp 0.03728499 MW
100 hp 0.07456999 MW

Explanation

These are both units.

How to convert horsepower to megawatts

  1. Start with the value in horsepower (hp).
  2. Multiply it by 0.0007456999.
  3. The result is the measurement in megawatts (MW).

Example: 1.5 hp → 0.00111855 MW

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 1.5 horsepower in megawatts?

1.5 horsepower is about 0.00111855 megawatts.

How many megawatts is 1 horsepower?

1 horsepower is about 0.0007457 megawatts.

How many horsepower is 1 megawatt?

1 megawatt is about 1341 horsepower.

What is the difference between horsepower and megawatts?

Both measure power, but they are commonly used in different contexts. The watt (W) is the SI unit and is widely used in electrical/device specs, while horsepower (hp) is a traditional unit often used to describe engines and machinery.

Where are horsepower and megawatts used?

Watts are common in electrical power/consumption (devices, appliances, lighting). Horsepower is commonly used for mechanical power (engines, pumps, compressors, machinery).

Why does 1 horsepower equal 0.0007457 megawatts?

Because power units are defined with a fixed relationship, which determines the conversion factor.