Convert furlong to rod
Please provide values below to convert furlong [fur] to rod [rd], or 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.
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
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
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 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.