Hand to Centimeter Converter (h to cm)

How to convert hands to centimeters

1 hand is equal to 10.16 centimeters, and 1 centimeter is equal to 0.09842519685 hands. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

centimeters = hands × 10.16
centimeters = hands ÷ 0.09842519685

Example: convert 15 h to cm: 15 × 10.16 = 152.4 cm.

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

A centimeter is one hundredth of a meter. It's widely used for body height, clothing sizes, rulers and everyday objects.

Symbol: cm · 1 cm = 0.01 m · Category: Metric (SI)

Frequently asked questions

How many centimeters are in a hand?

There are 10.16 centimeters in 1 hand (h).

How many hands are in a centimeter?

1 centimeter (cm) equals 0.09842519685 hands.

How do I convert hands to centimeters?

Multiply the length in hands by 10.16. For example, 15 h × 10.16 = 152.4 cm.

How do I convert centimeters to hands?

Divide the length in centimeters by 10.16, or multiply it by 0.09842519685. You can also use the Centimeter to Hand converter.