Megawatt to Kilowatt Converter
Convert megawatts to kilowatts with this free power converter. The exact relationship used on this page is 1 megawatt = 1000 kilowatts. Type any number — the result updates instantly, works on phones and desktops, and is ready to copy into homework, a spec sheet, or a shopping list.
Formula: Kilowatt = Megawatt × 1000
How to convert megawatts to kilowatts
- Enter the value in megawatts in the converter.
- Read the equivalent amount in kilowatts.
- Use the swap link if you need kilowatt to megawatt instead.
- Check the table for common values without typing.
Worked examples
- 1 MW = 1,000 kW
- 5 MW = 5,000 kW
- 10 MW = 10,000 kW
- 25 MW = 25,000 kW
Conversion table
Common megawatts values converted to kilowatts.
| MW | kW |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1,000 |
| 2 | 2,000 |
| 3 | 3,000 |
| 4 | 4,000 |
| 5 | 5,000 |
| 6 | 6,000 |
| 7 | 7,000 |
| 8 | 8,000 |
| 9 | 9,000 |
| 10 | 10,000 |
| 20 | 20,000 |
| 50 | 50,000 |
| 100 | 100,000 |
| 250 | 250,000 |
| 500 | 500,000 |
| 1,000 | 1,000,000 |
About this conversion
Megawatt (MW) and Kilowatt (kW) are both power units. Power is energy per time. Bookmark this URL when you convert megawatts to kilowatts often, then explore related pairs in the same category if you need a different target unit.
Need the other direction? Open the kilowatt to megawatt converter.
FAQ
How many kilowatts are in 1 megawatt?+
1 megawatt equals 1000 kilowatts.
What is the formula to convert megawatts to kilowatts?+
Kilowatt = Megawatt × 1000
How do I convert megawatts to kilowatts by hand?+
Multiply the megawatt value by 1000. Example: 10 megawatts × 1000 = 10000 kilowatts.
Is this MW to kW converter accurate?+
Yes. Linear conversions use internationally agreed factors relative to SI. Temperature and inverse fuel units use the standard offset or reciprocal formulas, not a guessed scale factor.