What is a cubit (UK)?

Cubit (UK) is a historical unit of length roughly based on the distance from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger, typically around 18 inches.

Where is furlong still used?

Furlong remains in use mainly for horse racing distances, historical land measurements, and some traditional agricultural contexts.

Is this conversion exact?

The conversion is based on a fixed rate, but due to variability in cubit lengths by era and location, results should be considered approximate.

How to Convert from Cubit (UK) to Furlong [fur]

Learn how to convert measurements from cubit (UK), a historical length unit, to furlong [fur], an imperial length unit used in traditional contexts. Understand key features, uses, and limitations of this conversion.

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Cubit (UK) to Furlong [fur] Conversion Table

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Cubit (UK) to Furlong [fur] Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This converter enables you to translate lengths measured in cubit (UK), a historical anthropic unit of length based on the arm's length, into furlong [fur], a traditional imperial unit mainly used in horse racing and historical land measurement.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the value in cubit (UK) you wish to convert.
Select cubit (UK) as the input unit and furlong [fur] as the output unit.
Click the convert button to get the equivalent measurement in furlong [fur].

Key Features

Converts from cubit (UK) to furlong [fur] using an exact conversion rate.
Supports translation of historical and archaeological measurements.
Browser-based and easy to use with no installation required.
Facilitates understanding of measurements in traditional and sporting contexts.

Examples

10 Cubits (UK) converts to approximately 0.022727273 Furlong [fur].
100 Cubits (UK) converts to approximately 0.22727273 Furlong [fur].

Common Use Cases

Interpreting lengths in archaeological and historical site reports.
Translating biblical or ancient texts with period-specific measurements.
Describing racecourse distances in horse racing.
Analyzing historical land surveying and agricultural records.

Tips & Best Practices

Use this tool to better understand historical documents and artifacts.
Verify the historical context since cubit lengths may vary by period and region.
Recognize that furlong usage is limited to traditional and specific sporting contexts.
Combine this conversion with domain knowledge for accurate interpretation.

Limitations

Cubit (UK) lengths vary over time and location, so conversions are approximate.
Furlong is rarely used in scientific or engineering fields today.
The conversion is mainly relevant for historical, archaeological, and traditional use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a cubit (UK)?: Cubit (UK) is a historical unit of length roughly based on the distance from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger, typically around 18 inches.
Where is furlong still used?: Furlong remains in use mainly for horse racing distances, historical land measurements, and some traditional agricultural contexts.
Is this conversion exact?: The conversion is based on a fixed rate, but due to variability in cubit lengths by era and location, results should be considered approximate.

Key Terminology

Cubit (UK): A historical unit of length approximately equal to 18 inches, originally based on the forearm length from elbow to middle finger tip.
Furlong [fur]: An imperial unit of length equal to 220 yards or 1/8 of a mile, historically related to the length of a ploughed furrow.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the typical basis for the cubit (UK) length?

Distance from wrist to fingertip

Distance from elbow to tip of middle finger

Distance across the palm

In which context is furlong commonly used?

Modern engineering

Horse racing and historical land measurement

Scientific research

Why is the conversion from cubit (UK) to furlong approximate?

Furlong length varies by country

Cubit lengths vary by period and locality

Conversion formulas are not defined

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