Convert Foot to Rod
Enter the number of feet that you want to convert to rods.
How to Convert Feet to Rods
The foot and rod are both units of length. 1 rod equals 16.5 feet. This means to convert feet to rods, you divide by 16.5.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 ft to rods:
We need to convert feet to rods
Since 1 rd = 16.5 ft, divide by 16.5
5 ÷ 16.5 = 0.303030303
5 ft = 0.303030303 rd
Foot to Rod Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common foot to rod conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Feet (ft) | Rods (rd) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 0.0606060606 rd |
| 2 ft | 0.1212121212 rd |
| 5 ft | 0.303030303 rd |
| 10 ft | 0.6060606061 rd |
| 15 ft | 0.9090909091 rd |
| 20 ft | 1.2121212121 rd |
| 25 ft | 1.5151515152 rd |
| 50 ft | 3.0303030303 rd |
| 100 ft | 6.0606060606 rd |
About These Units
Foot (ft)
A foot (ft) is an imperial unit equal to 12 inches or 30.48 centimeters exactly. Feet measure human height, room dimensions, building heights, and elevation in the US. One foot equals 0.3048 meters. Aviation altitude is measured in feet worldwide.
Rod (rd)
A rod (rd), also called perch or pole, is an imperial unit equal to 16.5 feet, 5.5 yards, or 5.0292 meters. Rods were historically used in land surveying and agriculture. Four rods equal one chain, 40 rods equal one furlong.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert feet to rods?
To convert feet to rods, divide the value by 16.5. For example, 10 ft = 0.6060606061 rd.
How many rods are in 1 foot?
1 foot equals 0.0606060606 rods.
What is the formula for feet to rods?
The formula is: rd = ft ÷ 16.5.