A furlong is 660 feet.
Furlongs to Rods Converter — fur to rd
Convert Furlong (fur) to Rod (rd) using the exact conversion factor (1 furlong = 40 rod). See the formula, worked examples, and conversion table.
Furlongs to Rods converter
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Convert SI, imperial, US customary, astronomical, scientific, and historical length units.
Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
A rod is 16.5 feet.
Result = input x 201.168 / 5.0292.
Length uses the meter as the base unit.
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About Converting Furlongs to Rods
Furlong and Rod both measure length. Specifically: A furlong is 660 feet, and a rod is 16.5 feet.
Formula
rods = furlongs × 40
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 furlong equals 201.168 base units, and 1 rod equals 5.0292 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct furlong-to-rod factor of 40.
Simple example
1 fur × 40 = 40 rd
1 furlong = 40 rods.
Real-world example
10 fur × 40 = 400 rd
10 furlongs = 400 rods.
Conversion table
| Furlong (fur) | Rod (rd) |
|---|---|
| 1 fur | 40 rd |
| 5 fur | 200 rd |
| 10 fur | 400 rd |
| 21.0975 fur | 843.9 rd |
| 42.195 fur | 1,687.8 rd |
| 100 fur | 4,000 rd |
Reverse conversion: Rod to Furlong
40 rd × 0.025 = 1 fur
40 rods = 1 furlong.
furlongs = rods × 0.025
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Rod to Furlong.
Understanding the Furlong (fur)
A furlong is 660 feet.
Understanding the Rod (rd)
A rod is 16.5 feet.
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Frequently asked questions
How many rods are in 1 furlong?
1 furlong equals 40 rods, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert furlong to rod?
Multiply the furlong value by 40. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert rod back to furlong?
Use the reverse factor: 1 rod equals 0.025 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 rod?
Rod (rd) is a unit of length.
Is the furlong to rod conversion exact?
Yes. Both furlong and rod are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 40 used above is exact to as many digits as you choose to display.