Convert furlong to perch
Please provide values below to convert furlong [fur] to perch [perch], or Convert perch to furlong.
1 fur = 40 perch. To convert furlong to perch, multiply the value by 40; to go the other way, divide by it (1 perch = 0.025 fur). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 fur = 40 perch
- 1 perch = 0.025 fur
- 10 fur = 400 perch
- 100 fur = 4000 perch
How to Convert Furlong to Perch
1 fur = 40 perch
Example: convert 15 fur to perch:
15 fur = 15 × 40 perch = 600 perch
Furlong to Perch Conversion Table
| furlong | perch |
|---|---|
| 1 fur | 40 perch |
| 2 fur | 80 perch |
| 3 fur | 120 perch |
| 5 fur | 200 perch |
| 10 fur | 400 perch |
| 20 fur | 800 perch |
| 50 fur | 2000 perch |
| 100 fur | 4000 perch |
| 500 fur | 20000 perch |
| 1000 fur | 40000 perch |
Furlong
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.
Perch
A perch is a unit of length equal to a rod, which is 16.5 feet.
History/Origin
The term "perch" has been used as a unit of measurement since medieval times and was often used interchangeably with "rod" and "pole."
Current Use
The perch is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 furlong in perch?
1 furlong (fur) = 40 perch (perch).
How do you convert furlong to perch?
Multiply the furlong value by 40. For example, 25 fur × 40 = 1000 perch.
What is 10 furlong in perch?
10 fur = 400 perch.
Which unit is larger, the furlong or the perch?
The furlong is the larger unit: 1 fur = 40 perch.