What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms distances measured in mile (statute), a standard unit for road and travel distances, into furlong (US survey), a historic length unit primarily used in surveying and traditional contexts.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the length value in miles (statute) in the input field
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Select the from-unit as mile (statute) and the to-unit as furlong (US survey)
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Click convert to see the equivalent furlong measurement
Key Features
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Convert mile (statute) to furlong (US survey) quickly and accurately
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Understand usage contexts like road distances, land surveying, and horse racing
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Simple interface suitable for both casual and professional users
Examples
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2 miles (statute) equals 16 furlongs (US survey)
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0.5 mile (statute) corresponds to 4 furlongs (US survey)
Common Use Cases
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Interpreting road distance signs and vehicle travel data in customary units
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Converting historical land survey measurements for legal or cadastral purposes
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Estimating race distances in horse racing using traditional units
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify which mile definition is applicable to your context due to slight differences
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Use this tool for interpreting older maps and legal documents accurately
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Be aware that furlongs are mostly used in specific historic or traditional measurements
Limitations
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The furlong (US survey) is a historical non-SI unit and rarely used in everyday modern measurements
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Statute mile differs slightly from other mile units like the nautical and US survey mile, which may affect precision
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a mile (statute)?
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The mile (statute) is a length unit equal to 5,280 feet and exactly 1,609.344 metres, commonly used for road distances and travel measurements.
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How long is a furlong (US survey)?
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A furlong (US survey) is a historic unit of length equal to 660 US survey feet, or one-eighth of a US survey mile.
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Why convert miles to furlongs?
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Conversion helps interpret land surveys, historical maps, legal property documents, and traditional race distances that use furlongs.
Key Terminology
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Mile (statute)
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A unit of length equal to 5,280 feet and exactly 1,609.344 metres, used for everyday and road distance measurements.
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Furlong (US survey)
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A historical unit of length equal to 660 US survey feet, used mostly in surveying and traditional contexts.
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Conversion Rate
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The factor used to convert one unit to another; here, one mile (statute) equals eight furlongs (US survey).