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Convert chain [ch] to hand
Please provide values below to Convert chain [ch] to hand, or vice versa.
What is a Chain?
The chain (22 yards or 20.1168 m) was crucial in land surveying. Invented by Edmund Gunter in 1620, 10 square chains equal 1 acre. Modern surveyors still use 'chain' terminology.
What is a Hand Measurement?
A hand equals exactly 4 inches (10.16 cm), standardized for measuring horse heights at withers. Originating from ancient Babylonian systems, it remains the global standard in equestrian sports - a 15.2 hand horse stands 62 inches (1.57 m) tall.
chain [ch] to hand Conversion Table
| chain [ch] | hand |
|---|---|
| 0.01 chain [ch] | 1.98 hand |
| 0.1 chain [ch] | 19.8 hand |
| 1 chain [ch] | 198 hand |
| 2 chain [ch] | 396 hand |
| 3 chain [ch] | 594 hand |
| 5 chain [ch] | 990 hand |
| 10 chain [ch] | 1980 hand |
| 20 chain [ch] | 3960 hand |
| 50 chain [ch] | 9900 hand |
| 100 chain [ch] | 19800 hand |
| 1000 chain [ch] | 198000 hand |
How to Convert chain [ch] to hand
1 chain [ch] = 198 hand
1 hand = 0.0050505050505051 chain [ch]
Example: convert 15 chain [ch] to hand:
15 × 198 = 2970 hand