Hectare to Acre Converter
Quickly and accurately convert area measurements from hectares to acres with our free online Hectare to Acre Converter. Perfect for agriculture, real estate, land surveys, and property development.
Common Conversions
| Hectares (ha) | Acres |
|---|---|
| 0.1 ha | 0.247105 acres |
| 0.5 ha | 1.23553 acres |
| 1 ha | 2.47105 acres |
| 2 ha | 4.9421 acres |
| 5 ha | 12.3553 acres |
| 10 ha | 24.7105 acres |
| 50 ha | 123.553 acres |
| 100 ha | 247.105 acres |
How It Works
Converting from hectares (ha) to acres is a common area conversion, especially in agriculture, real estate, and land surveying. This conversion bridges the metric system (hectares) and the imperial system (acres).
Conversion Formula:
1 hectare = 2.47105 acres
To convert hectares to acres, multiply the hectare value by 2.47105:
Acres = Hectares × 2.47105
Example Calculation:
To convert 5 hectares to acres:
Acres = 5 ha × 2.47105 = 12.3553 acres
Our converter handles this calculation automatically and provides results with up to 9 decimal places for precision. It also formats the result to remove unnecessary trailing zeros for better readability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a hectare?
A hectare is a metric unit of area equal to 10,000 square meters or 100 ares. It’s commonly used worldwide for measuring large areas of land, especially in agriculture, forestry, and land development. The symbol for hectare is “ha”.
Why would I need to convert hectares to acres?
This conversion is commonly needed when dealing with international property listings, agricultural land, or when comparing land sizes across different measurement systems. Hectares are commonly used in most countries, while acres are commonly used in the United States, United Kingdom, and other countries that follow the imperial system.
How accurate is this converter?
Our converter uses the standard conversion factor of 2.47105 acres per hectare, which is accurate to the commonly accepted international standard. The calculator can display results with up to 9 decimal places for high precision needs.
What is the size of a hectare in practical terms?
A hectare is approximately the size of a square with sides of 100 meters, or about the size of two football (soccer) fields side by side. It’s slightly larger than a standard American football field including the end zones.
How do I convert acres back to hectares?
To convert from acres to hectares, divide the acre value by 2.47105 (or multiply by 0.404686). Alternatively, you can use our Acre to Hectare Converter for quick and accurate conversions.