Ell to Hand Converter (ell to h)

How to convert ells to hands

1 ell is equal to 11.25 hands, and 1 hand is equal to 0.08888888889 ells. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

hands = ells × 11.25
hands = ells ÷ 0.08888888889

Example: convert 15 ell to h: 15 × 11.25 = 168.75 h.

The English ell is 45 inches (1.143 m). It was used for measuring cloth and was originally based on the length of an arm.

Symbol: ell · 1 ell = 1.143 m · Category: Historical & cloth

The hand is exactly 4 inches (10.16 cm). It's used to measure the height of horses at the withers.

Symbol: h · 1 h = 0.1016 m · Category: Imperial & US customary

Frequently asked questions

How many hands are in a ell?

There are 11.25 hands in 1 ell (ell).

How many ells are in a hand?

1 hand (h) equals 0.08888888889 ells.

How do I convert ells to hands?

Multiply the length in ells by 11.25. For example, 15 ell × 11.25 = 168.75 h.

How do I convert hands to ells?

Divide the length in hands by 11.25, or multiply it by 0.08888888889. You can also use the Hand to Ell converter.