Rod conversions

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rod (Imp. unit of length), pl. rods, abbr. rd

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About rod

The rod is a unit of length in the Imperial system of units equal to approximately 5.0292 meters (1 rod = 5.0292 m), the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI).

The rod (rd) is also equal to 0.25 chains (ch) or 25 links (Gunter's survey units of length), or 16.5 feet (ft) or 5.5 yards (yd), which are US customary / Imperial units of length.

Symbol: rd

Plural: rods

Alternative names: pole, perch, or lug (old English)

Rod conversions: a detailed list with conversions from rods to other (metric, imperial, or customary) length and distance measurement units is given below.

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