Convert yard to rod
Please provide values below to convert yard [yd] to rod [rd], or Convert rod to yard.
1 yd = 0.181818181818 rd. To convert yard to rod, multiply the value by 0.181818181818; to go the other way, divide by it (1 rd = 5.5 yd). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 yd = 0.181818181818 rd
- 1 rd = 5.5 yd
- 10 yd = 1.81818181818 rd
- 100 yd = 18.1818181818 rd
How to Convert Yard to Rod
1 yd = 0.181818181818182 rd
Example: convert 15 yd to rd:
15 yd = 15 × 0.181818181818182 rd = 2.72727272727273 rd
Yard to Rod Conversion Table
| yard | rod |
|---|---|
| 1 yd | 0.181818181818 rd |
| 2 yd | 0.363636363636 rd |
| 3 yd | 0.545454545455 rd |
| 5 yd | 0.909090909091 rd |
| 10 yd | 1.81818181818 rd |
| 20 yd | 3.63636363636 rd |
| 50 yd | 9.09090909091 rd |
| 100 yd | 18.1818181818 rd |
| 500 yd | 90.9090909091 rd |
| 1000 yd | 181.818181818 rd |
Yard
A yard is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement, equal to 3 feet or 36 inches.
History/Origin
The origin of the yard is uncertain, but it is believed to have been derived from the length of a man's belt or girdle. The yard was standardized as part of the English (and later British Imperial) system of units.
Current Use
The yard is commonly used for measuring land, in some sports like American football and golf, and for selling fabric.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 yard in rod?
1 yard (yd) = 0.181818181818 rod (rd).
How do you convert yard to rod?
Multiply the yard value by 0.181818181818. For example, 25 yd × 0.181818181818 = 4.54545454545 rd.
What is 10 yard in rod?
10 yd = 1.81818181818 rd.
Which unit is larger, the yard or the rod?
The rod is the larger unit: 1 yd equals only 0.181818181818 rd.