Convert Rod to Chain
Type the number of rods that you wish to convert to chains.
How to Convert Rods to Chains
The rod and chain are both units of length. By definition, 1 chain equals exactly 4 rods. This means to convert rods to chains, you divide by 4.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 rd to chains:
We need to convert rods to chains
Since 1 ch = 4 rd, divide by 4
5 ÷ 4 = 1.25
5 rd = 1.25 ch
Rod to Chain Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common rod to chain conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Rods (rd) | Chains (ch) |
|---|---|
| 1 rd | 0.25 ch |
| 2 rd | 0.5 ch |
| 5 rd | 1.25 ch |
| 10 rd | 2.5 ch |
| 15 rd | 3.75 ch |
| 20 rd | 5 ch |
| 25 rd | 6.25 ch |
| 50 rd | 12.5 ch |
| 100 rd | 25 ch |
About These Units
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.
Chain (ch)
A chain (ch) is a surveying unit equal to 66 feet, 22 yards, or 20.1168 meters. Invented by Edmund Gunter in 1620, chains are still used in land surveying and property descriptions. Ten chains equal one furlong, 80 chains equal one mile.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert rods to chains?
To convert rods to chains, divide the value by 4. For example, 10 rd = 2.5 ch.
How many chains are in 1 rod?
1 rod equals 0.25 chains.
What is the formula for rods to chains?
The formula is: ch = rd ÷ 4.