Span (cloth) to Rod Converter (span to rd)

How to convert spans (cloth) to rods

1 span (cloth) is equal to 0.04545454545 rods, and 1 rod is equal to 22 spans (cloth). To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

rods = spans (cloth) × 0.04545454545
rods = spans (cloth) ÷ 22

Example: convert 15 span to rd: 15 × 0.04545454545 = 0.6818181818 rd.

The cloth span is 9 inches (22.86 cm), originally the distance between the tips of the thumb and little finger of a spread hand.

Symbol: span · 1 span = 0.2286 m · Category: Historical & cloth

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

Frequently asked questions

How many rods are in a span (cloth)?

There are 0.04545454545 rods in 1 span (cloth) (span).

How many spans (cloth) are in a rod?

1 rod (rd) equals 22 spans (cloth).

How do I convert spans (cloth) to rods?

Multiply the length in spans (cloth) by 0.04545454545. For example, 15 span × 0.04545454545 = 0.6818181818 rd.

How do I convert rods to spans (cloth)?

Divide the length in rods by 0.04545454545, or multiply it by 22. You can also use the Rod to Span (cloth) converter.