Why use inch (US survey) instead of the international inch?

Inch (US survey) is a legacy unit used specifically in older U.S. surveying and cadastral records, differing slightly from the international inch.

What contexts use furlong (US survey)?

The furlong (US survey) is used historically in U.S. surveying, legal land descriptions, and traditional horse racing distances.

Can I use this conversion for modern engineering work?

This conversion is intended for interpreting historical data; slight differences from modern units mean caution should be used in contemporary engineering contexts.

How to Convert from Inch (US survey) [in] to Furlong (US survey) [fur]

Convert measurements from inch (US survey) to furlong (US survey) easily using this online unit converter. Understand the legacy units used in historical U.S. surveying and cadastral records with practical examples and guidance.

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Inch (US survey) [in] to Furlong (US survey) [fur] Conversion Table

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Enter the starting number (positive decimal or integer ≥ 0). Example: 0.1, 1, 5.

End Value

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Inch (US survey) [in] to Furlong (US survey) [fur] Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This tool allows you to convert length values from inch (US survey), a legacy surveying unit, to furlong (US survey), a historical length unit used in U.S. cadastral surveys, horse racing, and legal land descriptions.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the length value in inch (US survey)
Select inch (US survey) as the from unit
Select furlong (US survey) as the to unit
Click convert to get the equivalent measurement in furlongs

Key Features

Converts from inch (US survey) to furlong (US survey) using exact historical definitions
Supports interpretation of legacy U.S. surveying and cadastral data
Browser-based and easy to use for quick unit conversions
Includes relevant context for geodetic and legal land measurement uses

Examples

Converting 10 Inches (US survey) results in 0.001262626 Furlongs (US survey)
Converting 100 Inches (US survey) results in 0.01262626 Furlongs (US survey)

Common Use Cases

Interpreting and converting historical U.S. surveying and cadastral records measured in US survey units
Processing geodetic control coordinates and legacy land descriptions
Translating older survey maps or datasets into metric or modern international units
Reporting traditional horse racing distances described in furlongs

Tips & Best Practices

Always verify legacy data context when converting to ensure correct interpretation
Use conversions for reconciling old surveying data with modern geographic systems
Be aware of subtle differences from modern international units when integrating converted values

Limitations

Both units are tied to historical definitions which differ slightly from modern standards
Subtle discrepancies may affect accuracy when used in precise contemporary engineering or GIS projects

Frequently Asked Questions

Why use inch (US survey) instead of the international inch?: Inch (US survey) is a legacy unit used specifically in older U.S. surveying and cadastral records, differing slightly from the international inch.
What contexts use furlong (US survey)?: The furlong (US survey) is used historically in U.S. surveying, legal land descriptions, and traditional horse racing distances.
Can I use this conversion for modern engineering work?: This conversion is intended for interpreting historical data; slight differences from modern units mean caution should be used in contemporary engineering contexts.

Key Terminology

Inch (US survey): A legacy U.S. surveying length unit defined as 1/12 of a US survey foot and exactly 100/3937 metres.
Furlong (US survey): A historical US surveying length unit equal to 660 US survey feet or 1/8 of a US survey mile.
Legacy Units: Measurement units formerly used in surveying and land records, which differ slightly from modern units.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the primary use of inch (US survey)?

Measuring international distances

Interpreting historical U.S. surveying and cadastral records

Calculating modern architectural plans

How many US survey feet equal one furlong (US survey)?

100 feet

660 feet

5280 feet

What should be considered when using this converter for modern projects?

The units are exactly the same as modern international units

Legacy units have subtle differences from modern standards that may impact accuracy

It automatically adjusts for modern engineering tolerances

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