Convert furlong to rod
Enter a value below to convert furlong [fur] to rod [rd]. Reverse conversion: Convert rod to furlong.
1 fur = 40 rd. To convert furlong to rod, multiply the value by 40; to go the other way, divide by it (1 rd = 0.025 fur). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Furlong to Rod: Quick Reference
- 1 fur = 40 rd
- 1 rd = 0.025 fur
- 10 fur = 400 rd
- 100 fur = 4000 rd
How to Convert Furlong to Rod
1 fur = 40 rd
Example: convert 15 fur to rd:
15 fur = 15 × 40 rd = 600 rd
Furlong to Rod Conversion Table
| furlong | rod |
|---|---|
| 1 fur | 40 rd |
| 2 fur | 80 rd |
| 3 fur | 120 rd |
| 5 fur | 200 rd |
| 10 fur | 400 rd |
| 20 fur | 800 rd |
| 50 fur | 2000 rd |
| 100 fur | 4000 rd |
| 500 fur | 20000 rd |
| 1000 fur | 40000 rd |
Furlong: Definition and Use
A furlong is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems, equal to one-eighth of a mile, 220 yards, or 660 feet.
History/Origin
The name "furlong" derives from the Old English words "furh" (furrow) and "lang" (long), originally referring to the length of a furrow in one acre of a ploughed open field.
Current Use
Today, the furlong is primarily used in horse racing to state the length of races.
Rod: Definition and Use
A rod, also known as a perch or pole, is a unit of length equal to 16.5 feet, or 5.5 yards.
History/Origin
The rod has been used as a unit of measurement in England since at least the 13th century. It was a convenient length for measuring land.
Current Use
The rod is now an archaic unit of measurement, though it may still be encountered in old land deeds.
Furlong to Rod: Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 furlong in rod?
1 furlong (fur) = 40 rod (rd).
How do you convert furlong to rod?
Multiply the furlong value by 40. For example, 25 fur × 40 = 1000 rd.
What is 10 furlong in rod?
10 fur = 400 rd.
Which unit is larger, the furlong or the rod?
The furlong is the larger unit: 1 fur = 40 rd.