Converting from Feet (ft) to Rod (rd)

What is Feet (ft)

Feet (ft) is a unit of length commonly used in the United States and the United Kingdom. It is part of the imperial system, and it is primarily used to measure shorter distances. One foot consists of 12 inches, and it can also be subdivided into smaller measurements such as inches or further larger measurements, such as yards (1 yard = 3 feet). Feet are widely used in various fields, including construction, manufacturing, and everyday activities.

What is Rod (rd)

A rod (rd) is an older unit of length that is also known as a perch or pole. It is primarily used in land measurement and surveying. One rod is equal to 16.5 feet. The rod is often used in agriculture and real estate to indicate land sizes, particularly in rural areas. Its historical significance and specific practical applications make it a unique unit of length.

Conversion Formulas

To convert feet to rods, you can use the following formula:

Conversely, to convert rods to feet:

Examples

1. To convert 10 feet to rods:

   10 ft=10×0.06060606=0.6060606 rd

2. To convert 20 feet to rods:

   20 ft=20×0.06060606=1.2121212 rd

3. For converting 15 rods to feet:

   15 rd=15×16.5=247.5 ft

4. If you need to convert 5 rods to feet:

   5 rd=5×16.5=82.5 ft

5. Converting 30 feet to rods:

   30 ft=30×0.06060606=1.8181818 rd

6. For a conversion of 12 feet to rods:

   12 ft=12×0.7272727=0.7272727 rd

This page serves as a useful reference for converting from feet (ft) to rods (rd).