Convert rod to pole
Please provide values below to convert rod [rd] to pole [pole], or Convert pole to rod.
1 rd = 1 pole. To convert rod to pole, multiply the value by 1; to go the other way, divide by it (1 pole = 1 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 = 1 pole
- 1 pole = 1 rd
- 10 rd = 10 pole
- 100 rd = 100 pole
How to Convert Rod to Pole
1 rd = 1 pole
Example: convert 15 rd to pole:
15 rd = 15 × 1 pole = 15 pole
Rod to Pole Conversion Table
| rod | pole |
|---|---|
| 1 rd | 1 pole |
| 2 rd | 2 pole |
| 3 rd | 3 pole |
| 5 rd | 5 pole |
| 10 rd | 10 pole |
| 20 rd | 20 pole |
| 50 rd | 50 pole |
| 100 rd | 100 pole |
| 500 rd | 500 pole |
| 1000 rd | 1000 pole |
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 rod in pole?
1 rod (rd) = 1 pole (pole).
How do you convert rod to pole?
Multiply the rod value by 1. For example, 25 rd × 1 = 25 pole.
What is 10 rod in pole?
10 rd = 10 pole.
Which unit is larger, the rod or the pole?
The pole is the larger unit: 1 rd equals only 1 pole.