Convert chain to hand
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to hand [hand], or Convert hand to chain.
1 ch = 198 hand. To convert chain to hand, multiply the value by 198; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hand = 0.00505050505051 ch). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 ch = 198 hand
- 1 hand = 0.00505050505051 ch
- 10 ch = 1980 hand
- 100 ch = 19800 hand
How to Convert Chain to Hand
1 ch = 198 hand
Example: convert 15 ch to hand:
15 ch = 15 × 198 hand = 2970 hand
Chain to Hand Conversion Table
| chain | hand |
|---|---|
| 1 ch | 198 hand |
| 2 ch | 396 hand |
| 3 ch | 594 hand |
| 5 ch | 990 hand |
| 10 ch | 1980 hand |
| 20 ch | 3960 hand |
| 50 ch | 9900 hand |
| 100 ch | 19800 hand |
| 500 ch | 99000 hand |
| 1000 ch | 198000 hand |
Chain
A chain is a unit of length equal to 66 feet, or 22 yards.
History/Origin
The chain was developed by English surveyor Edmund Gunter in the early 17th century. It was designed to be a convenient length for surveying land.
Current Use
The chain is still used in some surveying applications and is the length of a cricket pitch.
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 chain in hand?
1 chain (ch) = 198 hand (hand).
How do you convert chain to hand?
Multiply the chain value by 198. For example, 25 ch × 198 = 4950 hand.
What is 10 chain in hand?
10 ch = 1980 hand.
Which unit is larger, the chain or the hand?
The chain is the larger unit: 1 ch = 198 hand.