Convert chain to long reed
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to long reed [long reed], or Convert long reed to chain.
How to Convert Chain to Long Reed
1 ch = 6.28571428571429 long reed
Example: convert 15 ch to long reed:
15 ch = 15 × 6.28571428571429 long reed = 94.2857142857143 long reed
Chain to Long Reed Conversion Table
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Chain
A chain is a unit of length equal to 66 feet, or 22 yards.
History/Origin
The chain was developed by English surveyor Edmund Gunter in the early 17th century. It was designed to be a convenient length for surveying land.
Current Use
The chain is still used in some surveying applications and is the length of a cricket pitch.
Long Reed
The long reed is a unit of length mentioned in ancient texts, such as the Bible, and is thought to be about 10.5 feet.
History/Origin
The exact length of the long reed is uncertain and is subject to historical and scholarly debate.
Current Use
The long reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.