Convert Hand to Fathom
Input the number of hands you want to convert to fathoms.
How to Convert Hands to Fathoms
The hand and fathom are both units of length. By definition, 1 fathom equals exactly 18 hands. This means to convert hands to fathoms, you divide by 18.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 hh to fathoms:
We need to convert hands to fathoms
Since 1 fathom = 18 hh, divide by 18
5 ÷ 18 = 0.2777777778
5 hh = 0.2777777778 fathom
Hand to Fathom Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common hand to fathom conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Hands (hh) | Fathoms (fathom) |
|---|---|
| 1 hh | 0.0555555556 fathom |
| 2 hh | 0.1111111111 fathom |
| 5 hh | 0.2777777778 fathom |
| 10 hh | 0.5555555556 fathom |
| 15 hh | 0.8333333333 fathom |
| 20 hh | 1.1111111111 fathom |
| 25 hh | 1.3888888889 fathom |
| 50 hh | 2.7777777778 fathom |
| 100 hh | 5.5555555556 fathom |
About These Units
Hand (hh)
A hand (hh) is equal to 4 inches or 10.16 centimeters. Hands are still the standard unit for measuring horse height at the withers. A horse standing 15.2 hands is 15 hands plus 2 inches, or 62 inches (157.5 cm) tall.
Fathom (fathom)
A fathom is a nautical unit equal to 6 feet or 1.8288 meters. Fathoms traditionally measure water depth and anchor chain length. The term comes from Old English "fæðm" meaning outstretched arms. Depth soundings were historically reported in fathoms.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert hands to fathoms?
To convert hands to fathoms, divide the value by 18. For example, 10 hh = 0.5555555556 fathom.
How many fathoms are in 1 hand?
1 hand equals 0.0555555556 fathoms.
What is the formula for hands to fathoms?
The formula is: fathom = hh ÷ 18.