Hand to Dekameter Converter (h to dam)

How to convert hands to dekameters

1 hand is equal to 0.01016 dekameters, and 1 dekameter is equal to 98.42519685 hands. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

dekameters = hands × 0.01016
dekameters = hands ÷ 98.42519685

Example: convert 15 h to dam: 15 × 0.01016 = 0.1524 dam.

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 dekameter (also spelled decameter) is 10 meters. It's an SI unit that is seldom used in practice, apart from some sports and forestry measurements.

Symbol: dam · 1 dam = 10 m · Category: Metric (SI)

Frequently asked questions

How many dekameters are in a hand?

There are 0.01016 dekameters in 1 hand (h).

How many hands are in a dekameter?

1 dekameter (dam) equals 98.42519685 hands.

How do I convert hands to dekameters?

Multiply the length in hands by 0.01016. For example, 15 h × 0.01016 = 0.1524 dam.

How do I convert dekameters to hands?

Divide the length in dekameters by 0.01016, or multiply it by 98.42519685. You can also use the Dekameter to Hand converter.