1. What is Acre to Hectare Conversion?

The acre to hectare conversion is used to convert land area measurements between the imperial (acre) and metric (hectare) systems. One acre equals exactly 0.40468564 hectares.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the conversion formula:

Where:

• \( ha \) — Hectares
• \( acres \) — Acres to be converted
• \( 0.40468564 \) — Conversion factor

Explanation: This is a direct conversion factor between the two area units.

3. Importance of Area Conversion

Details: Accurate area conversion is crucial for land measurement, real estate, agriculture, and international land transactions where different measurement systems are used.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the acre value you want to convert. The value must be positive (greater than 0).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How many hectares are in one acre?
A: Exactly 0.40468564 hectares in one acre.

Q2: Why is this conversion important?
A: It allows for standardized land measurements between countries using different systems.

Q3: How precise is this conversion?
A: The conversion factor is exact, not an approximation.

Q4: What are common uses for this conversion?
A: Real estate transactions, agricultural planning, forestry, and international land comparisons.

Q5: How does an acre compare to other units?
A: 1 acre = 0.40468564 hectares = 4840 square yards = 43560 square feet.