Convert chain to yard
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to yard [yd], or Convert yard to chain.
1 ch = 22 yd. To convert chain to yard, multiply the value by 22; to go the other way, divide by it (1 yd = 0.0454545454545 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 = 22 yd
- 1 yd = 0.0454545454545 ch
- 10 ch = 220 yd
- 100 ch = 2200 yd
How to Convert Chain to Yard
1 ch = 22 yd
Example: convert 15 ch to yd:
15 ch = 15 × 22 yd = 330 yd
Chain to Yard Conversion Table
| chain | yard |
|---|---|
| 1 ch | 22 yd |
| 2 ch | 44 yd |
| 3 ch | 66 yd |
| 5 ch | 110 yd |
| 10 ch | 220 yd |
| 20 ch | 440 yd |
| 50 ch | 1100 yd |
| 100 ch | 2200 yd |
| 500 ch | 11000 yd |
| 1000 ch | 22000 yd |
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.
Yard
A yard is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement, equal to 3 feet or 36 inches.
History/Origin
The origin of the yard is uncertain, but it is believed to have been derived from the length of a man's belt or girdle. The yard was standardized as part of the English (and later British Imperial) system of units.
Current Use
The yard is commonly used for measuring land, in some sports like American football and golf, and for selling fabric.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 chain in yard?
1 chain (ch) = 22 yard (yd).
How do you convert chain to yard?
Multiply the chain value by 22. For example, 25 ch × 22 = 550 yd.
What is 10 chain in yard?
10 ch = 220 yd.
Which unit is larger, the chain or the yard?
The chain is the larger unit: 1 ch = 22 yd.