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Metric horsepower to Kilowatt

Convert measurements between Metric horsepower and Kilowatt.

Common conversions

1CV = 0.7355 kW
5CV = 3.6775 kW
10CV = 7.355 kW
24CV = 17.652 kW
32CV = 23.536 kW
55CV = 40.4524 kW

Conversion information

1 Metric horsepower = 0.735499 Kilowatt

Metric horsepower, used in European cars.
One thousand watts, used in appliances and engines.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does CV mean?
CV stands for Metric Horsepower, a metric unit of power.
Are CV and HP the same?
No, 1 CV is approximately 0.986 HP.
How many watts are in a kilowatt?
One kilowatt equals 1,000 watts.
Where is the kilowatt used?
It is used to express the power of appliances and electric motors.