Converting from Square chain (ch²) to Square rod (rd²)

What is Square chain (ch²)

Square chain is a unit of area that is typically used in surveying and land measurement. It is equal to the area of a square with sides measuring one chain, where a chain is a unit of length equal to 66 feet.

What is Square rod (rd²)

Square rod is another unit of area measurement, often used in real estate and land surveys. It is equal to the area of a square with sides measuring one rod, where a rod is a unit of length equal to 16.5 feet.

Conversion Formulas

The default conversion between square chain (ch²) and square rod (rd²) is as follows:

• 1 (ch²) = 16 (rd²)
• 1 (rd²) = 0.0625 (ch²)

Examples

1. Convert 5 square chains to square rods:

5(ch²)×16=80(rd²)

2. Convert 3 square rods to square chains:

3(rd²)×0.0625=0.1875(ch²)

3. Convert 8 square chains to square rods:

8(ch²)×16=128(rd²)

Note:

This page can be used to perform conversions from Square chain (ch²) to Square rod (rd²), either using the provided formulas or by utilizing the given conversion rates.