Convert chain to rod
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to rod [rd], or Convert rod to chain.
1 ch = 4 rd. To convert chain to rod, multiply the value by 4; to go the other way, divide by it (1 rd = 0.25 ch). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 ch = 4 rd
- 1 rd = 0.25 ch
- 10 ch = 40 rd
- 100 ch = 400 rd
How to Convert Chain to Rod
1 ch = 4 rd
Example: convert 15 ch to rd:
15 ch = 15 × 4 rd = 60 rd
Chain to Rod Conversion Table
| chain | rod |
|---|---|
| 1 ch | 4 rd |
| 2 ch | 8 rd |
| 3 ch | 12 rd |
| 5 ch | 20 rd |
| 10 ch | 40 rd |
| 20 ch | 80 rd |
| 50 ch | 200 rd |
| 100 ch | 400 rd |
| 500 ch | 2000 rd |
| 1000 ch | 4000 rd |
Chain
A chain is a unit of length equal to 66 feet, or 22 yards.
History/Origin
The chain was developed by English surveyor Edmund Gunter in the early 17th century. It was designed to be a convenient length for surveying land.
Current Use
The chain is still used in some surveying applications and is the length of a cricket pitch.
Rod
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 chain in rod?
1 chain (ch) = 4 rod (rd).
How do you convert chain to rod?
Multiply the chain value by 4. For example, 25 ch × 4 = 100 rd.
What is 10 chain in rod?
10 ch = 40 rd.
Which unit is larger, the chain or the rod?
The chain is the larger unit: 1 ch = 4 rd.