Convert link to rod
Enter a value below to convert link [li] to rod [rd]. Reverse conversion: Convert rod to link.
1 li = 0.04 rd. To convert link to rod, multiply the value by 0.04; to go the other way, divide by it (1 rd = 25 li). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Link to Rod: Quick Reference
- 1 li = 0.04 rd
- 1 rd = 25 li
- 10 li = 0.4 rd
- 100 li = 4 rd
How to Convert Link to Rod
1 li = 0.04 rd
Example: convert 15 li to rd:
15 li = 15 × 0.04 rd = 0.6 rd
Link to Rod Conversion Table
| link | rod |
|---|---|
| 1 li | 0.04 rd |
| 2 li | 0.08 rd |
| 3 li | 0.12 rd |
| 5 li | 0.2 rd |
| 10 li | 0.4 rd |
| 20 li | 0.8 rd |
| 50 li | 2 rd |
| 100 li | 4 rd |
| 500 li | 20 rd |
| 1000 li | 40 rd |
Link: Definition and Use
A link, specifically Gunter's link, is a unit of length equal to 7.92 inches, or 1/100 of a chain.
History/Origin
The link is part of Gunter's chain, a surveying tool invented by Edmund Gunter in the 17th century.
Current Use
The link is an obsolete unit of measurement, but may be found in old land surveys.
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.
Link to Rod: Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 link in rod?
1 link (li) = 0.04 rod (rd).
How do you convert link to rod?
Multiply the link value by 0.04. For example, 25 li × 0.04 = 1 rd.
What is 10 link in rod?
10 li = 0.4 rd.
Which unit is larger, the link or the rod?
The rod is the larger unit: 1 li equals only 0.04 rd.