Converting from Inch (in) to Hand (hh)

What is Inch (in)

Inch (in) is a unit of length commonly used in the United States and United Kingdom. It is equal to 1/12 of a foot and is represented by the symbol "in."

What is Hand (hh)

Hand (hh) is a unit of length used to measure the height of horses. It is equal to 4 inches and is commonly used in the equestrian world.

Conversion Formulas

The default conversion between inch and hand is:

• 1 (in) = 0.25 (hh)
• 1 (hh) = 4 (in)

Examples

1. Converting 9 inches to hands:

9 in×0.25=2.25 hh

2. Converting 17 inches to hands:

17 in×0.25=4.25 hh

3. Converting 2 hands to inches:

2 hh×4=8 in

Conclusion

Use the conversion formulas provided above to easily convert between inch and hand measurements. Remember, 1 hand is equivalent to 4 inches.