Convert nautical mile (international) to chain
Please provide values below to convert nautical mile (international) [NM] to chain [ch], or Convert chain to nautical mile (international).
1 NM = 92.0623558419 ch. To convert nautical mile (international) to chain, multiply the value by 92.0623558419; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ch = 0.0108622030238 NM). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 NM = 92.0623558419 ch
- 1 ch = 0.0108622030238 NM
- 10 NM = 920.623558419 ch
- 100 NM = 9206.23558419 ch
How to Convert Nautical Mile (International) to Chain
1 NM = 92.0623558418834 ch
Example: convert 15 NM to ch:
15 NM = 15 × 92.0623558418834 ch = 1380.93533762825 ch
Nautical Mile (International) to Chain Conversion Table
| nautical mile (international) | chain |
|---|---|
| 1 NM | 92.0623558419 ch |
| 2 NM | 184.124711684 ch |
| 3 NM | 276.187067526 ch |
| 5 NM | 460.311779209 ch |
| 10 NM | 920.623558419 ch |
| 20 NM | 1841.24711684 ch |
| 50 NM | 4603.11779209 ch |
| 100 NM | 9206.23558419 ch |
| 500 NM | 46031.1779209 ch |
| 1000 NM | 92062.3558419 ch |
Nautical Mile (International)
The international nautical mile is a unit of length used in marine and air navigation, defined as exactly 1,852 meters.
History/Origin
Historically, a nautical mile was defined as one minute of arc of latitude. The international nautical mile was defined by the First International Extraordinary Hydrographic Conference in Monaco in 1929. The United States adopted it in 1954, and the United Kingdom in 1970.
Current Use
The nautical mile is used for maritime and aviation purposes worldwide.
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 nautical mile (international) in chain?
1 nautical mile (international) (NM) = 92.0623558419 chain (ch).
How do you convert nautical mile (international) to chain?
Multiply the nautical mile (international) value by 92.0623558419. For example, 25 NM × 92.0623558419 = 2301.55889605 ch.
What is 10 nautical mile (international) in chain?
10 NM = 920.623558419 ch.
Which unit is larger, the nautical mile (international) or the chain?
The nautical mile (international) is the larger unit: 1 NM = 92.0623558419 ch.