POWER CONVERSION
Kilowatt to Megawatt.
Convert kilowatt (kW) to megawatt (MW), with the math explained.
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How to convert kilowatt to megawatt
Multiply your kilowatt value by 0.001 to get the equivalent in megawatt. Both units are normalized through the watt.
MW = kW × 0.00110 kW = 0.01 MW
Result rounded to 12 significant digits. Change the precision in the calculator to suit your task.QUICK REFERENCE
kW to MW conversion table
| Kilowatt (kW) | Megawatt (MW) |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | 0.001 MW |
| 2 kW | 0.002 MW |
| 5 kW | 0.005 MW |
| 10 kW | 0.01 MW |
| 20 kW | 0.02 MW |
| 50 kW | 0.05 MW |
| 100 kW | 0.1 MW |
| 500 kW | 0.5 MW |
| 1,000 kW | 1 MW |
About the kilowatt
The kilowatt (kW) is a unit of power. One kilowatt equals 1,000 watt (base unit) in this calculator.
All kilowatt conversionsAbout the megawatt
The megawatt (MW) is a unit of power. One megawatt equals 1,000,000 watt (base unit) in this calculator.
All megawatt conversionsCommon questions
What is 1 kW in MW?
One kilowatt equals 0.001 MW. Use the formula above for other values.
Why might another calculator show a different last digit?
Calculators may round at different stages or use different unit conventions. We keep full JavaScript numeric precision during calculation and round only for display. Choose up to 15 significant digits. Check US versus UK units and the notes for this category.
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