How to convert poles to furlongs
1 pole is equal to 0.025 furlongs, and 1 furlong is equal to 40 poles. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:
furlongs = poles × 0.025
furlongs = poles ÷ 40Example: convert 15 pole to fur: 15 × 0.025 = 0.375 fur.
Pole to Furlong conversion table
| Pole (pole) | Furlong (fur) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 pole | 0.00025 fur |
| 0.1 pole | 0.0025 fur |
| 1 pole | 0.025 fur |
| 2 pole | 0.05 fur |
| 3 pole | 0.075 fur |
| 5 pole | 0.125 fur |
| 10 pole | 0.25 fur |
| 20 pole | 0.5 fur |
| 50 pole | 1.25 fur |
| 100 pole | 2.5 fur |
| 250 pole | 6.25 fur |
| 500 pole | 12.5 fur |
| 1,000 pole | 25 fur |
About the pole
The pole is another name for the rod or perch: 16.5 feet (5.0292 m). UK allotment gardens are still measured in square poles.
Symbol: pole · 1 pole = 5.0292 m · Category: Imperial & US customary
About the furlong
A furlong is 660 feet, one eighth of a mile (201.168 m). Today it's mainly used in horse racing.
Symbol: fur · 1 fur = 201.168 m · Category: Imperial & US customary