What is a furlong (US survey)?

It is a historical US unit of length equal to 660 US survey feet, commonly used in American land surveying.

What does the Greek cubit represent?

The Greek cubit is an ancient unit based on the forearm length from elbow to middle finger tip, used in historical metrology.

Can this converter be used for precise engineering?

No, due to variability in the Greek cubit's exact length and the obsolescence of the furlong unit, it is more suitable for historical and archaeological applications.

How to Convert from Furlong (US survey) [fur] to Cubit (Greek)?

Convert length measurements from furlong (US survey) to the ancient Greek cubit using this online unit converter, ideal for archaeology and historical analysis.

Furlong (US survey) [fur]

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Furlong (US survey) [fur] to Cubit (Greek) Conversion Table

Furlong (US survey) [fur]	Cubit (Greek)

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Furlong (US survey) [fur] to Cubit (Greek) Conversion Table
Furlong (US survey) [fur]	Cubit (Greek)

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What Is This Tool?

This tool allows you to convert values from the US survey furlong, a historical unit used in American land surveying, to the Greek cubit, an ancient measurement based on forearm length. It's designed to assist with translating older land measurements into ancient units relevant for archaeological and historical studies.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the value in furlongs (US survey) you want to convert
Select furlong (US survey) as the original unit and cubit (Greek) as the target unit
Click the convert button to see the result in Greek cubits
Use the output to assist in historical or archaeological measurement interpretation

Key Features

Converts length measurements from furlong (US survey) to cubit (Greek)
Includes historical context for both units
Browser-based and easy to use without installation
Supports precise conversions useful for archaeology and restoration projects

Examples

Convert 2 furlongs (US survey) to get approximately 869.376 cubits (Greek)
Convert 0.5 furlong (US survey) resulting in about 217.344 cubits (Greek)

Common Use Cases

Translating American historical land measurements to ancient units for comparative research
Analyzing archaeological site dimensions using modern and ancient units
Restoring ancient Greek artifacts or constructions by converting measurements
Interpreting historical maps and deeds in terms of classical measurement units

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure you understand that the Greek cubit's exact length varied historically
Use the converter mainly for general analysis rather than precise engineering tasks
Cross-check converted values when applying them to archaeological reconstructions
Consider the historical context of both units when interpreting results

Limitations

The Greek cubit's length varies by region and period, affecting exact measures
The furlong (US survey) is largely obsolete outside of historical use
Conversion results assume average values and may not suit precise engineering needs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a furlong (US survey)?: It is a historical US unit of length equal to 660 US survey feet, commonly used in American land surveying.
What does the Greek cubit represent?: The Greek cubit is an ancient unit based on the forearm length from elbow to middle finger tip, used in historical metrology.
Can this converter be used for precise engineering?: No, due to variability in the Greek cubit's exact length and the obsolescence of the furlong unit, it is more suitable for historical and archaeological applications.

Key Terminology

Furlong (US survey): A historical US length unit equal to 660 US survey feet, used in land surveying and law.
Greek Cubit: An ancient length unit based on the forearm from elbow to middle finger, varying historically around 0.45–0.47 metres.
Historical Metrology: The study and interpretation of ancient measurement units and systems.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the US survey furlong primarily used for?

Modern construction measurements

Historical land surveying and legal descriptions

Measuring athletic track distances

The Greek cubit is based on which part of the body?

Foot length

Forearm length from elbow to middle finger tip

Hand width

Why should conversions from furlong to Greek cubit be used cautiously?

Because both units are modern and exact

Due to variability in the Greek cubit's length and the furlong's obsolete usage

Because these units are identical in length

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