How to convert rods to poles
1 rod is equal to 1 poles, and 1 pole is equal to 1 rods. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:
poles = rods × 1
poles = rods ÷ 1Example: convert 15 rd to pole: 15 × 1 = 15 pole.
Rod to Pole conversion table
| Rod (rd) | Pole (pole) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 rd | 0.01 pole |
| 0.1 rd | 0.1 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 |
| 250 rd | 250 pole |
| 500 rd | 500 pole |
| 1,000 rd | 1,000 pole |
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 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