Chain to Decimeter Converter (ch to dm)

How to convert chains to decimeters

1 chain is equal to 201.168 decimeters, and 1 decimeter is equal to 0.004970969538 chains. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

decimeters = chains × 201.168
decimeters = chains ÷ 0.004970969538

Example: convert 15 ch to dm: 15 × 201.168 = 3,017.52 dm.

Gunter's chain is 66 feet (20.1168 m), equal to 100 links or 4 rods. A cricket pitch is one chain long, and an acre is 10 square chains.

Symbol: ch · 1 ch = 20.1168 m · Category: Imperial & US customary

A decimeter is one tenth of a meter (10 cm). A cube one decimeter on each side holds exactly one liter.

Symbol: dm · 1 dm = 0.1 m · Category: Metric (SI)

Frequently asked questions

How many decimeters are in a chain?

There are 201.168 decimeters in 1 chain (ch).

How many chains are in a decimeter?

1 decimeter (dm) equals 0.004970969538 chains.

How do I convert chains to decimeters?

Multiply the length in chains by 201.168. For example, 15 ch × 201.168 = 3,017.52 dm.

How do I convert decimeters to chains?

Divide the length in decimeters by 201.168, or multiply it by 0.004970969538. You can also use the Decimeter to Chain converter.