Hectare To Chain Converter

(ha to ch converter)

Convert Hectare to Square Chain


Streamline Your Land Measurements: Convert Hectares to Square Chains with Ease


(Last Updated On: 2024-10-18)

Discover the simplicity of converting hectares to square chains with our intuitive Hectare to Square Chain Converter, designed by Newtum. Delve into the tool that makes land measurement conversions a breeze, sparking your curiosity to explore more.

What are Hectare and Chain

Definition of Hectare

A hectare, symbolized as 'ha', is a unit of area measurement within the metric system. It is equivalent to 10,000 square meters, 2.471 acres, or approximately the size of an international rugby field. Hectares are widely used in agriculture, forestry, and land planning to measure large plots of land with ease and precision.

Definition of Chain

A chain, in land measurement, is a unit of length that equals 66 feet, or 22 yards, which is 20.1168 meters. The chain is a part of the imperial system of units and was commonly used in surveying land for mapping and planning. It originates from the length of a standard surveyor's chain, which consisted of 100 links.

Hectare to Chain Conversion Table

Hectare (ha) Square Chain (ch)
0.01 ha 0.2471 ch
0.05 ha 1.2355 ch
0.1 ha 2.4711 ch
0.5 ha 12.3553 ch
1 ha 24.7105 ch
2 ha 49.4210 ch
5 ha 123.5525 ch
10 ha 247.1050 ch
20 ha 494.2100 ch
50 ha 1235.5250 ch

Conversion of Hectare to Chain

1 ha = 2.4711 ch
1 ch = 0.4047 ha

Example 1:
Convert 3 ha to ch:
3 ha = 3 × 2.4711 ch = 7.4133 ch

Example 2:
Convert 0.5 ha to ch:
0.5 ha = 0.5 × 2.4711 ch = 1.2355 ch

History of Hectare and Chain

The Hectare to Square Chain Converter is rooted in historical land measurement practices. The hectare was first used in France during the 1790s, while the chain was developed by English mathematician Gunter in the 1600s. The converter merges these traditional units into a modern tool for seamless area conversions.

How to use Hectare to Chain Converter

Real Life Applications of Hectare to Chain

Explore the practical uses of our Hectare to Square Chain Converter and learn how it can assist you in various real-life scenarios.

Solved Examples ha to ch

Example 1: To convert 2 hectares to square chains: 2 ha × 2.4711 = 4.9422 ch.

Example 2: To convert 0.75 hectares to square chains: 0.75 ha × 2.4711 = 1.853325 ch.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a hectare to square chain conversion used for?
This conversion is typically used in land measurement for agricultural, surveying, and real estate purposes.
How precise is the Hectare to Square Chain Converter?
The converter is highly precise, using the standard conversion factor of 1 ha = 2.4711 ch.
Can I convert square chains back to hectares using this converter?
Yes, the converter also allows the reverse calculation from square chains to hectares.