Convert rod to link

Please provide values below to convert rod [rd] to link [li], or Convert link to rod.

1 rd = 25 li. To convert rod to link, multiply the value by 25; to go the other way, divide by it (1 li = 0.04 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 = 25 li
  • 1 li = 0.04 rd
  • 10 rd = 250 li
  • 100 rd = 2500 li



How to Convert Rod to Link

1 rd = 25 li

Example: convert 15 rd to li:
15 rd = 15 × 25 li = 375 li


Rod to Link Conversion Table

rod link
1 rd 25 li
2 rd 50 li
3 rd 75 li
5 rd 125 li
10 rd 250 li
20 rd 500 li
50 rd 1250 li
100 rd 2500 li
500 rd 12500 li
1000 rd 25000 li

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.


Link

A link, specifically Gunter's link, is a unit of length equal to 7.92 inches, or 1/100 of a chain.

History/Origin

The link is part of Gunter's chain, a surveying tool invented by Edmund Gunter in the 17th century.

Current Use

The link is an obsolete unit of measurement, but may be found in old land surveys.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1 rod in link?

1 rod (rd) = 25 link (li).

How do you convert rod to link?

Multiply the rod value by 25. For example, 25 rd × 25 = 625 li.

What is 10 rod in link?

10 rd = 250 li.

Which unit is larger, the rod or the link?

The rod is the larger unit: 1 rd = 25 li.



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