What is a link [li] unit?

A link [li] is a historic English unit of length used mainly in 18th–19th century land surveying, equal to 1/100 of Gunter's chain or about 0.201168 metres.

How long is a Roman mile?

A Roman mile is an ancient unit approximating 1,480 metres or about 0.92 modern miles, based on 1,000 double steps or 5,000 Roman feet.

Why convert between link [li] and mile (Roman)?

This conversion helps interpret historic land measurements and supports projects combining English surveying data with Roman-era distances, such as archaeological mapping or classical studies.

Can I use these conversions for modern construction?

No, both units are primarily historical, so precise modern engineering requires further conversion to standard units.

How to Convert from Link [li] to Mile (Roman)?

Convert length units from the historic English link [li] to the ancient Roman mile using our easy-to-use online converter. Understand and relate land survey measurements from different eras.

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What Is This Tool?

This converter allows you to transform measurements from the link (li), a historic English surveying unit, into the Roman mile, an ancient Roman length unit. It is designed for users working with historical land records, archaeology, and classical studies.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the length value in links [li] into the input field.
Select 'link [li]' as the source unit and 'mile (Roman)' as the target unit.
Click the convert button to see the measurement in Roman miles.
Use the result to analyze historical surveys or convert distances for study purposes.

Key Features

Converts lengths from link [li] to mile (Roman) based on historical definitions.
Ideal for interpreting and correlating old English land surveys with Roman measurement systems.
Supports use in historical mapping, archaeological research, and classical scholarship.
Provides clear examples of conversion values for quick reference.
Browser-based and easy to use without installation.

Examples

1000 links [li] equals 0.1359423 mile (Roman).
500 links [li] equals 0.06797115 mile (Roman).

Common Use Cases

Interpreting historic English land survey records from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Correlating English surveying units with ancient Roman distance measures in historical maps.
Archaeological projects involving the reconstruction of Roman roads and boundaries.
Classical studies requiring interpretation of Roman engineering and ancient geography measurements.

Tips & Best Practices

Cross-check survey data from different historical periods for consistent interpretation.
Use the tool to bridge gaps in measurement systems for comparative historical analysis.
Keep in mind this conversion is mainly for historical and academic contexts, not for modern engineering.
Combine this conversion with metric or imperial conversions when precise modern units are needed.

Limitations

Both link [li] and Roman mile are historical units not used in current standard measurements.
There can be variations in exact definitions depending on sources, affecting precision.
The link is specifically tied to Gunter’s chain and may not fully align with Roman measurement contexts.
Modern engineering applications require converting these units further to standard metric or imperial units.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a link [li] unit?: A link [li] is a historic English unit of length used mainly in 18th–19th century land surveying, equal to 1/100 of Gunter's chain or about 0.201168 metres.
How long is a Roman mile?: A Roman mile is an ancient unit approximating 1,480 metres or about 0.92 modern miles, based on 1,000 double steps or 5,000 Roman feet.
Why convert between link [li] and mile (Roman)?: This conversion helps interpret historic land measurements and supports projects combining English surveying data with Roman-era distances, such as archaeological mapping or classical studies.
Can I use these conversions for modern construction?: No, both units are primarily historical, so precise modern engineering requires further conversion to standard units.

Key Terminology

Link [li]: A historic English unit of length equal to 1/100 of Gunter's chain, approximately 0.201168 metres, used in surveying during the 18th and 19th centuries.
Mile (Roman): An ancient Roman length unit equivalent to 1,000 double steps or about 1,480 metres, used historically for road distances and military surveying.
Gunter's chain: A surveying tool consisting of 100 links, with one link measuring 0.66 feet, historically used in English land measurement.

Quick Knowledge Check

What historical context is the link [li] primarily associated with?

Modern construction projects

18th–19th century English land surveying

Ancient Roman military mapping

The Roman mile is approximately equal to how many modern metres?

About 2,000 metres

About 1,480 metres

About 500 metres

Which is a common use of converting link [li] to mile (Roman)?

To calculate distances in modern highways

To interpret historic land records spanning English and Roman data

To measure current property boundaries

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