Convert arpent to hand
Please provide values below to convert arpent [arpent] to hand [hand], or Convert hand to arpent.
1 arpent = 576 hand. To convert arpent to hand, multiply the value by 576; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hand = 0.00173611111111 arpent). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 arpent = 576 hand
- 1 hand = 0.00173611111111 arpent
- 10 arpent = 5760 hand
- 100 arpent = 57600 hand
How to Convert Arpent to Hand
1 arpent = 576 hand
Example: convert 15 arpent to hand:
15 arpent = 15 × 576 hand = 8640 hand
Arpent to Hand Conversion Table
| arpent | hand |
|---|---|
| 1 arpent | 576 hand |
| 2 arpent | 1152 hand |
| 3 arpent | 1728 hand |
| 5 arpent | 2880 hand |
| 10 arpent | 5760 hand |
| 20 arpent | 11520 hand |
| 50 arpent | 28800 hand |
| 100 arpent | 57600 hand |
| 500 arpent | 288000 hand |
| 1000 arpent | 576000 hand |
Arpent
An arpent is a unit of length and a unit of area. As a unit of length, it is approximately 192 feet.
History/Origin
The arpent was a pre-metric French unit of measurement. It was used in France and its North American colonies, including parts of the United States.
Current Use
The arpent is an obsolete unit, but it may still be found in old land records in some parts of North America.
Hand
A hand is a unit of length equal to 4 inches.
History/Origin
The hand was originally the width of a man's hand, including the thumb. It was standardized to 4 inches for measuring the height of horses.
Current Use
The hand is still used today to measure the height of horses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 arpent in hand?
1 arpent (arpent) = 576 hand (hand).
How do you convert arpent to hand?
Multiply the arpent value by 576. For example, 25 arpent × 576 = 14400 hand.
What is 10 arpent in hand?
10 arpent = 5760 hand.
Which unit is larger, the arpent or the hand?
The arpent is the larger unit: 1 arpent = 576 hand.