Span (cloth) to Hand Converter (span to h)

How to convert spans (cloth) to hands

1 span (cloth) is equal to 2.25 hands, and 1 hand is equal to 0.4444444444 spans (cloth). To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

hands = spans (cloth) × 2.25
hands = spans (cloth) ÷ 0.4444444444

Example: convert 15 span to h: 15 × 2.25 = 33.75 h.

The cloth span is 9 inches (22.86 cm), originally the distance between the tips of the thumb and little finger of a spread hand.

Symbol: span · 1 span = 0.2286 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 span (cloth)?

There are 2.25 hands in 1 span (cloth) (span).

How many spans (cloth) are in a hand?

1 hand (h) equals 0.4444444444 spans (cloth).

How do I convert spans (cloth) to hands?

Multiply the length in spans (cloth) by 2.25. For example, 15 span × 2.25 = 33.75 h.

How do I convert hands to spans (cloth)?

Divide the length in hands by 2.25, or multiply it by 0.4444444444. You can also use the Hand to Span (cloth) converter.