Rod to Chains Converter

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Calculation: Rod ➜ Chains

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What is the formula to convert from Rod to Chains?

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

Length(Chains) = Length(Rod) / 3.9999999979883203

Rod unit in Length

A rod, also known as a perch or pole, is a unit of length equal to 16.5 feet or approximately 5.03 meters. Rods were traditionally used in land measurement, particularly in agriculture and surveying. This unit is still occasionally used in rural contexts and in certain legal land descriptions, especially in the United States.

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.

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

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

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