What fits at 1:50
Floor plans, interior design, furniture layouts and detailed architectural models.
| Real subject | Real size | 1:50 model |
|---|---|---|
| Standard door (height) | 2 m | 4 cm |
| Room wall | 4 m | 8 cm |
| Two-storey house (height) | 8 m | 16 cm |
| Person | 1.8 m | 3.6 cm |
Size comparison at 1:50
Relative model sizes at 1:50 (longest bar = largest model):
1:50 in mm, cm and inches
How common real-world sizes convert to 1:50 model size:
| Real size | Model (mm) | Model (cm) | Model (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 m | 20 mm | 2 cm | 0.787 in |
| 2 m | 40 mm | 4 cm | 1.57 in |
| 5 m | 1 mm | 10 cm | 3.94 in |
| 10 m | 2 mm | 20 cm | 7.87 in |
| 1 ft | 6.1 mm | 0.61 cm | 0.24 in |
| 6 ft (person) | 36.6 mm | 3.66 cm | 1.44 in |
Frequently asked questions
What does 1:50 mean on a drawing?
1 cm on the drawing equals 50 cm (0.5 m) in reality, so a 4 m wall is drawn 8 cm long.