Convert pole to furlong
Please provide values below to convert pole [pole] to furlong [fur], or Convert furlong to pole.
1 pole = 0.025 fur. To convert pole to furlong, multiply the value by 0.025; to go the other way, divide by it (1 fur = 40 pole). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 pole = 0.025 fur
- 1 fur = 40 pole
- 10 pole = 0.25 fur
- 100 pole = 2.5 fur
How to Convert Pole to Furlong
1 pole = 0.025 fur
Example: convert 15 pole to fur:
15 pole = 15 × 0.025 fur = 0.375 fur
Pole to Furlong Conversion Table
| pole | furlong |
|---|---|
| 1 pole | 0.025 fur |
| 2 pole | 0.05 fur |
| 3 pole | 0.075 fur |
| 5 pole | 0.125 fur |
| 10 pole | 0.25 fur |
| 20 pole | 0.5 fur |
| 50 pole | 1.25 fur |
| 100 pole | 2.5 fur |
| 500 pole | 12.5 fur |
| 1000 pole | 25 fur |
Pole
A pole is a unit of length equal to a rod or perch, which is 16.5 feet.
History/Origin
The term "pole" as a unit of length originated from the use of a physical pole of a certain length for measuring land.
Current Use
The pole is an archaic unit of measurement.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 pole in furlong?
1 pole (pole) = 0.025 furlong (fur).
How do you convert pole to furlong?
Multiply the pole value by 0.025. For example, 25 pole × 0.025 = 0.625 fur.
What is 10 pole in furlong?
10 pole = 0.25 fur.
Which unit is larger, the pole or the furlong?
The furlong is the larger unit: 1 pole equals only 0.025 fur.