A furlong is 660 feet.
Furlongs to Links Converter — fur to li
Convert Furlong (fur) to Link (li) using the exact conversion factor (1 furlong = 1,000 link). See the formula, worked examples, and conversion table.
Furlongs to Links converter
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A surveyor's link is 1/100 of a chain.
Result = input x 201.168 / 0.201168.
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About Converting Furlongs to Links
Furlong and Link both measure length. Specifically: A furlong is 660 feet, and a surveyor's link is 1/100 of a chain.
Formula
links = furlongs × 1000
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 furlong equals 201.168 base units, and 1 link equals 0.201168 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct furlong-to-link factor of 1000.
Simple example
1 fur × 1000 = 1,000 li
1 furlong = 1,000 links.
Real-world example
10 fur × 1000 = 10,000 li
10 furlongs = 10,000 links.
Conversion table
| Furlong (fur) | Link (li) |
|---|---|
| 1 fur | 1,000 li |
| 5 fur | 5,000 li |
| 10 fur | 10,000 li |
| 21.0975 fur | 21,097.5 li |
| 42.195 fur | 42,195 li |
| 100 fur | 100,000 li |
Reverse conversion: Link to Furlong
1 li × 0.001 = 0.001 fur
1 link = 0.001 furlongs.
furlongs = links × 0.001
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Link to Furlong.
Understanding the Furlong (fur)
A furlong is 660 feet.
Understanding the Link (li)
A surveyor's link is 1/100 of a chain.
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Frequently asked questions
How many links are in 1 furlong?
1 furlong equals 1,000 links, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert furlong to link?
Multiply the furlong value by 1000. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert link back to furlong?
Use the reverse factor: 1 link equals 0.001 furlongs. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a furlong?
Furlong (fur) is a unit of length.
What is a link?
Link (li) is a unit of length.
Is the furlong to link conversion exact?
Yes. Both furlong and link are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 1000 used above is exact to as many digits as you choose to display.