Convert league to chain
Please provide values below to convert league [lea] to chain [ch], or Convert chain to league.
1 lea = 240 ch. To convert league to chain, multiply the value by 240; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ch = 0.00416666666667 lea). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 lea = 240 ch
- 1 ch = 0.00416666666667 lea
- 10 lea = 2400 ch
- 100 lea = 24000 ch
How to Convert League to Chain
1 lea = 240 ch
Example: convert 15 lea to ch:
15 lea = 15 × 240 ch = 3600 ch
League to Chain Conversion Table
| league | chain |
|---|---|
| 1 lea | 240 ch |
| 2 lea | 480 ch |
| 3 lea | 720 ch |
| 5 lea | 1200 ch |
| 10 lea | 2400 ch |
| 20 lea | 4800 ch |
| 50 lea | 12000 ch |
| 100 lea | 24000 ch |
| 500 lea | 120000 ch |
| 1000 lea | 240000 ch |
League
A league is a unit of length that was common in Europe and Latin America, but is no longer an official unit in any nation. It was the distance a person could walk in an hour.
History/Origin
The league varied in length from country to country and even within the same country over time. The most common definition was three miles.
Current Use
The league is no longer in common use but is found in historical texts and literature.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 league in chain?
1 league (lea) = 240 chain (ch).
How do you convert league to chain?
Multiply the league value by 240. For example, 25 lea × 240 = 6000 ch.
What is 10 league in chain?
10 lea = 2400 ch.
Which unit is larger, the league or the chain?
The league is the larger unit: 1 lea = 240 ch.