Convert rod to long reed
Please provide values below to convert rod [rd] to long reed [long reed], or Convert long reed to rod.
How to Convert Rod to Long Reed
1 rd = 1.57142857142857 long reed
Example: convert 15 rd to long reed:
15 rd = 15 × 1.57142857142857 long reed = 23.5714285714286 long reed
Rod to Long Reed Conversion Table
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Rod
A rod, also known as a perch or pole, is a unit of length equal to 16.5 feet, or 5.5 yards.
History/Origin
The rod has been used as a unit of measurement in England since at least the 13th century. It was a convenient length for measuring land.
Current Use
The rod is now an archaic unit of measurement, though it may still be encountered in old land deeds.
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.