Chains to Kilometers Converter

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Calculation: Chains ➜ Kilometers

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What is the formula to convert from Chains to Kilometers?

The formula to convert length value from the unit of Chains to the unit of Kilometers is:

Length(Kilometers) = Length(Chains) / 49.7096954

Chains unit in Length

A chain is a unit of length traditionally used in land surveying, equal to 66 feet or approximately 20.12 meters. The chain was originally based on the length of a surveyor's chain and is still used in some contexts for measuring land parcels, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom. This unit is also commonly referenced in historical land records.

Kilometers unit in Length

A kilometer (km) is a unit of length equal to 1,000 meters. It is commonly used to measure longer distances, such as those between cities or geographic locations. Kilometers are the preferred unit for expressing distances on maps and road signs in countries that use the metric system, making them essential in travel, navigation, and land measurement.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about "Chains ➜ Kilometers" Conversion

1. What is the conversion formula from Chains to Kilometers?

2. How do I convert from Chains to Kilometers given a value in Chains units?