1 MW = 1000 kW
1 Megawatt (MW) = 1000 Kilowatt (kW).
If you want to reverse convert, use Kilowatt → Megawatt. 1 kW = 0.001 MW. You can also explore the full Power converter page for more cross conversions.
Conversion formula
Megawatt to Kilowatt formula: value in kW = value in MW × 1000.
Kilowatt to Megawatt formula: value in MW = value in kW × 0.001.
How to convert Megawatt to Kilowatt
To convert Megawatt to Kilowatt, multiply the value in MW by 1000. This gives the result in kW.
For example, 1 MW = 1000 kW and 10 MW = 10000 kW.
What is Megawatt?
Megawatt (MW): Used for power-station output and other large power flows. 1 MW = 1 000 000 W.
What is Kilowatt?
Kilowatt (kW): Convenient for heaters and electric motors; operating time determines energy use. 1 kW = 1 000 W.
FAQ
How many kilowatt are in 1 megawatt?
There are 1000 kW in 1 MW.
Why can conversion results differ slightly?
Check the unit definition and rounding. US and imperial measures can differ; rounding intermediate values can also change the final digits.
How do I convert megawatt to kilowatt?
Multiply the value in MW by 1000 to get the value in kW.
Megawatt → other Power units
- 1 megawatt = 1000000 watt
- 1 megawatt → kilowatt = 1000 kilowatt
- 1 megawatt = 1000000000 milliwatt
- 1 megawatt → horsepower = 1341.022089595 horsepower
- 1 megawatt = 3412141.6331279 btu per hour
Megawatt → Kilowatt Table
The table below shows common values from Megawatt to Kilowatt and the reverse direction for quick reference.
| MW | kW | Rounded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 MW | 1000 kW | 1000.0000 |
| 2 MW | 2000 kW | 2000.0000 |
| 3 MW | 3000 kW | 3000.0000 |
| 4 MW | 4000 kW | 4000.0000 |
| 5 MW | 5000 kW | 5000.0000 |
| 10 MW | 10000 kW | 10000.0000 |
| 12 MW | 12000 kW | 12000.0000 |
| 15 MW | 15000 kW | 15000.0000 |
| 20 MW | 20000 kW | 20000.0000 |
| 25 MW | 25000 kW | 25000.0000 |
| 30 MW | 30000 kW | 30000.0000 |
| 40 MW | 40000 kW | 40000.0000 |
| 50 MW | 50000 kW | 50000.0000 |
| 75 MW | 75000 kW | 75000.0000 |
| 100 MW | 100000 kW | 100000.0000 |
| 200 MW | 200000 kW | 200000.0000 |
| 250 MW | 250000 kW | 250000.0000 |
| 500 MW | 500000 kW | 500000.0000 |
| 750 MW | 750000 kW | 750000.0000 |
| 1000 MW | 1000000 kW | 1000000.0000 |
| 2500 MW | 2500000 kW | 2500000.0000 |
| 5000 MW | 5000000 kW | 5000000.0000 |
| 10000 MW | 10000000 kW | 10000000.0000 |
Kilowatt → Megawatt Table
| kW | MW | Rounded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 kW | 0.001 MW | 0.0010 |
| 2 kW | 0.002 MW | 0.0020 |
| 3 kW | 0.003 MW | 0.0030 |
| 4 kW | 0.004 MW | 0.0040 |
| 5 kW | 0.005 MW | 0.0050 |
| 10 kW | 0.01 MW | 0.0100 |
| 12 kW | 0.012 MW | 0.0120 |
| 15 kW | 0.015 MW | 0.0150 |
| 20 kW | 0.02 MW | 0.0200 |
| 25 kW | 0.025 MW | 0.0250 |
| 30 kW | 0.03 MW | 0.0300 |
| 40 kW | 0.04 MW | 0.0400 |
| 50 kW | 0.05 MW | 0.0500 |
| 75 kW | 0.075 MW | 0.0750 |
| 100 kW | 0.1 MW | 0.1000 |
| 200 kW | 0.2 MW | 0.2000 |
| 250 kW | 0.25 MW | 0.2500 |
| 500 kW | 0.5 MW | 0.5000 |
| 750 kW | 0.75 MW | 0.7500 |
| 1000 kW | 1 MW | 1.0000 |
| 2500 kW | 2.5 MW | 2.5000 |
| 5000 kW | 5 MW | 5.0000 |
| 10000 kW | 10 MW | 10.0000 |
Kilowatt → Megawatt
The reverse value is 1 kW = 0.001 MW.