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

Explanation: The conversion factor 0.40468564 is the exact ratio between one acre and one hectare.

3. Importance of Area Conversion

Details: Accurate area conversion is crucial for land measurement, agriculture, real estate, 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. The result will be displayed in hectares with four decimal places for precision.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

Q2: Which is larger, an acre or a hectare?
A: A hectare is larger. One hectare equals approximately 2.471 acres.

Q3: When is this conversion typically used?
A: Commonly used in international land transactions, agricultural planning, and when comparing land sizes between countries using different measurement systems.

Q4: How precise is this conversion?
A: The conversion factor is exact, not an approximation, so results are mathematically precise.

Q5: Can I convert hectares back to acres?
A: Yes, multiply hectares by 2.47105 to get acres.