Convert rod to arpent
Please provide values below to convert rod [rd] to arpent [arpent], or Convert arpent to rod.
1 rd = 0.0859375 arpent. To convert rod to arpent, multiply the value by 0.0859375; to go the other way, divide by it (1 arpent = 11.6363636364 rd). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 rd = 0.0859375 arpent
- 1 arpent = 11.6363636364 rd
- 10 rd = 0.859375 arpent
- 100 rd = 8.59375 arpent
How to Convert Rod to Arpent
1 rd = 0.0859375 arpent
Example: convert 15 rd to arpent:
15 rd = 15 × 0.0859375 arpent = 1.2890625 arpent
Rod to Arpent Conversion Table
| rod | arpent |
|---|---|
| 1 rd | 0.0859375 arpent |
| 2 rd | 0.171875 arpent |
| 3 rd | 0.2578125 arpent |
| 5 rd | 0.4296875 arpent |
| 10 rd | 0.859375 arpent |
| 20 rd | 1.71875 arpent |
| 50 rd | 4.296875 arpent |
| 100 rd | 8.59375 arpent |
| 500 rd | 42.96875 arpent |
| 1000 rd | 85.9375 arpent |
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.
Arpent
An arpent is a unit of length and a unit of area. As a unit of length, it is approximately 192 feet.
History/Origin
The arpent was a pre-metric French unit of measurement. It was used in France and its North American colonies, including parts of the United States.
Current Use
The arpent is an obsolete unit, but it may still be found in old land records in some parts of North America.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 rod in arpent?
1 rod (rd) = 0.0859375 arpent (arpent).
How do you convert rod to arpent?
Multiply the rod value by 0.0859375. For example, 25 rd × 0.0859375 = 2.1484375 arpent.
What is 10 rod in arpent?
10 rd = 0.859375 arpent.
Which unit is larger, the rod or the arpent?
The arpent is the larger unit: 1 rd equals only 0.0859375 arpent.