Convert Yard to Chain
Enter the number of yards that you want to convert to chains.
How to Convert Yards to Chains
The yard and chain are both units of length. 1 chain equals 22 yards. This means to convert yards to chains, you divide by 22.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 yd to chains:
We need to convert yards to chains
Since 1 ch = 22 yd, divide by 22
5 ÷ 22 = 0.2272727273
5 yd = 0.2272727273 ch
Yard to Chain Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common yard to chain conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Yards (yd) | Chains (ch) |
|---|---|
| 1 yd | 0.0454545455 ch |
| 2 yd | 0.0909090909 ch |
| 5 yd | 0.2272727273 ch |
| 10 yd | 0.4545454545 ch |
| 15 yd | 0.6818181818 ch |
| 20 yd | 0.9090909091 ch |
| 25 yd | 1.1363636364 ch |
| 50 yd | 2.2727272727 ch |
| 100 yd | 4.5454545455 ch |
About These Units
Yard (yd)
A yard (yd) is an imperial unit equal to 3 feet, 36 inches, or 0.9144 meters. Yards are used in the United States for measuring fabric, football fields (100 yards), golf courses, and home improvement projects. One meter equals approximately 1.094 yards.
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 yards to chains?
To convert yards to chains, divide the value by 22. For example, 10 yd = 0.4545454545 ch.
How many chains are in 1 yard?
1 yard equals 0.0454545455 chains.
What is the formula for yards to chains?
The formula is: ch = yd ÷ 22.