POWER CONVERSION
Megawatt to Kilowatt.
Convert megawatt (MW) to kilowatt (kW), with the math explained.
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How to convert megawatt to kilowatt
Multiply your megawatt value by 1,000 to get the equivalent in kilowatt. Both units are normalized through the watt.
kW = MW × 1,00010 MW = 10,000 kW
Result rounded to 12 significant digits. Change the precision in the calculator to suit your task.QUICK REFERENCE
MW to kW conversion table
| Megawatt (MW) | Kilowatt (kW) |
|---|---|
| 1 MW | 1,000 kW |
| 2 MW | 2,000 kW |
| 5 MW | 5,000 kW |
| 10 MW | 10,000 kW |
| 20 MW | 20,000 kW |
| 50 MW | 50,000 kW |
| 100 MW | 100,000 kW |
| 500 MW | 500,000 kW |
| 1,000 MW | 1,000,000 kW |
About the megawatt
The megawatt (MW) is a unit of power. One megawatt equals 1,000,000 watt (base unit) in this calculator.
All megawatt conversionsAbout the kilowatt
The kilowatt (kW) is a unit of power. One kilowatt equals 1,000 watt (base unit) in this calculator.
All kilowatt conversionsCommon questions
What is 1 MW in kW?
One megawatt equals 1,000 kW. 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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