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Hatchet vs axe vs splitting maul: size comparison
A hatchet, axe, and splitting maul serve different purposes based on their size and weight. You can see how they compare in scale below to understand the physical differences between these tools.
How much space each takes up
- hatchet
- axe
- splitting maul
Splitting maul is about 2.6 times the size of hatchet.
- hatchet
- about 14.2 in (36 cm) long and 1.18 in (3 cm) tall · 1.98 lb (900 g)
- axe
- about 35.4 in (90 cm) long and 1.57 in (4 cm) tall · 4.85 lb (2.2 kg)
- splitting maul
- about 3.02 ft (92 cm) long and 3.15 in (8 cm) tall · 7.94 lb (3.6 kg)
Typical adult or standard sizes; real ones vary.
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Questions people ask
- How much heavier is a splitting maul than a hatchet?
- A splitting maul weighs 7.94 lb (3.6 kg), while a hatchet weighs 1.98 lb (900 g).
- What is the length difference between an axe and a splitting maul?
- An axe is about 35.4 in (90 cm) long, and a splitting maul is about 3.02 ft (92 cm) long.
- How does the height of these tools compare?
- The hatchet is 1.18 in (3 cm) tall, the axe is 1.57 in (4 cm) tall, and the splitting maul is 3.15 in (8 cm) tall.