Perimeter of an Equilateral Triangle Calculator
Enter a side length to instantly calculate the perimeter, area, and height of an equilateral triangle.
Side Length
Perimeter: P = 3 × s
Height: h = (√3 / 2) × s
Area: A = (√3 / 4) × s²
Results
Enter a side length and click Calculate.
Perimeter
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Height (Altitude)
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Area
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Summary
Enter a side length to instantly calculate the perimeter, area, and height of an equilateral triangle.
How it works
- Enter the side length of the equilateral triangle in the input field.
- Choose your preferred unit (mm, cm, m, km, in, ft, yd).
- The perimeter is calculated as P = 3 × side.
- The height is calculated as h = (√3 / 2) × side.
- The area is calculated as A = (√3 / 4) × side².
- Copy any result with the copy button next to it.
Use cases
- Quickly find how much fencing or trim is needed for a triangular shape.
- Check geometry homework answers for equilateral triangle problems.
- Calculate material needed for triangular tiles or panels.
- Estimate dimensions when designing logos or decorative elements.
- Teaching or learning the relationship between side, perimeter, height, and area.
- Engineering and carpentry projects requiring precise triangle measurements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated: 2026-06-10 ·
Reviewed by Nham Vu