Convert Furlong to Kilometer
Type the number of furlongs that you wish to convert to kilometers.
How to Convert Furlongs to Kilometers
The furlong and kilometer are both units of length. 1 kilometer equals 4.9709695379 furlongs. This means to convert furlongs to kilometers, you divide by 4.9709695379.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 fur to kilometers:
We need to convert furlongs to kilometers
Since 1 km = 4.9709695379 fur, divide by 4.9709695379
5 ÷ 4.9709695379 = 1.00584
5 fur = 1.00584 km
Furlong to Kilometer Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common furlong to kilometer conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Furlongs (fur) | Kilometers (km) |
|---|---|
| 1 fur | 0.201168 km |
| 2 fur | 0.402336 km |
| 5 fur | 1.00584 km |
| 10 fur | 2.01168 km |
| 15 fur | 3.01752 km |
| 20 fur | 4.02336 km |
| 25 fur | 5.0292 km |
| 50 fur | 10.0584 km |
| 100 fur | 20.1168 km |
About These Units
Furlong (fur)
A furlong (fur) is an imperial unit equal to 1/8 mile, 220 yards, or 201.168 meters. Furlongs are still used in horse racing to measure track distances. Originally the length of one furrow in a plowed field. Eight furlongs equal one mile.
Kilometer (km)
A kilometer (km) is a metric unit of length equal to 1,000 meters or approximately 0.621 miles. Kilometers are the standard unit for measuring road distances, running races, and geographic distances in most countries worldwide. Common conversions: 1 km = 0.621 miles, 1 mile = 1.609 km.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert furlongs to kilometers?
To convert furlongs to kilometers, divide the value by 4.9709695379. For example, 10 fur = 2.01168 km.
How many kilometers are in 1 furlong?
1 furlong equals 0.201168 kilometers.
What is the formula for furlongs to kilometers?
The formula is: km = fur ÷ 4.9709695379.