How to convert rods to furlongs
1 rod is equal to 0.025 furlongs, and 1 furlong is equal to 40 rods. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:
furlongs = rods × 0.025
furlongs = rods ÷ 40Example: convert 15 rd to fur: 15 × 0.025 = 0.375 fur.
Rod to Furlong conversion table
| Rod (rd) | Furlong (fur) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 rd | 0.00025 fur |
| 0.1 rd | 0.0025 fur |
| 1 rd | 0.025 fur |
| 2 rd | 0.05 fur |
| 3 rd | 0.075 fur |
| 5 rd | 0.125 fur |
| 10 rd | 0.25 fur |
| 20 rd | 0.5 fur |
| 50 rd | 1.25 fur |
| 100 rd | 2.5 fur |
| 250 rd | 6.25 fur |
| 500 rd | 12.5 fur |
| 1,000 rd | 25 fur |
About the rod
The rod is 16.5 feet (5.0292 m), or a quarter of a chain. It was used in land surveying and is still used to measure canoe portages.
Symbol: rd · 1 rd = 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