megawatts to kilowatts Converter
Convert megawatts to kilowatts instantly: 1 megawatts = 1000 kilowatts. Free converter with the formula, a reference table and FAQs — no sign-up.
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How to convert megawatts to kilowatts
Enter your value
Type the number of megawatts you want to convert into the left box. The result in kilowatts appears instantly in the right box. You can also type into the right box to convert in the other direction.
Use the swap button
Click the ⇄ Swap button to reverse the conversion — kilowatts to megawatts. Your current value carries across so you don't have to re-enter anything.
About megawatts and kilowatts
megawatts and kilowatts are both power measurements.
Worked examples: megawatts to kilowatts
Multiply the megawatts value by 1,000 to get kilowatts. A few quick examples:
- 5 megawatts × 1,000 = 5,000 kilowatts
- 25 megawatts × 1,000 = 25,000 kilowatts
- 250 megawatts × 1,000 = 250,000 kilowatts
Related conversions
1 MW = 1,000 kW. A large UK wind turbine: 2-15 MW. The average UK home uses 3,100 kWh/year ≈ 0.354 kW average = 354 W continuously. A single 10 MW offshore turbine powers ~28,000 homes (at average consumption).
| megawatts | kilowatts |
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| 0.001 | 1 |
| 0.01 | 10 |
| 0.1 | 100 |
| 0.5 | 500 |
| 1 | 1000 |
| 2 | 2000 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert megawatts to kilowatts?
To convert megawatts to kilowatts, multiply by 1000. Or use the calculator above for instant results.
How many kilowatts are in 1 megawatts?
1 megawatts equals 1000 kilowatts.
Is the megawatts to kilowatts converter free?
Yes, the megawatts to kilowatts converter is completely free with no sign-up required, no downloads, and it works offline once the page has loaded.