What is a pole unit used for?

A pole, also known as rod or perch, is a traditional English unit of length used in surveying and land measurement, particularly in historical property and cadastral contexts.

How many furlongs are in one pole?

One pole equals 0.025 furlongs based on traditional unit conversions.

Where are furlongs commonly applied today?

Furlongs are still used in horse racing distances and descriptions, as well as in some historical and agricultural land measurements.

How to Convert from Pole to Furlong [fur]

Learn how to convert length measurements from pole (rod) to furlong using a simple unit converter. Understand the historical significance and practical uses of these traditional English units in surveying, land measurement, and horse racing.

Pole

Furlong [fur]

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Pole to Furlong [fur] Conversion Table

Pole	Furlong [fur]

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Start Value

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End Value

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Interval

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Pole to Furlong [fur] Conversion Table
Pole	Furlong [fur]

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What Is This Tool?

This tool helps you convert length units from pole (also known as rod or perch) to furlong (fur). Both units have historical importance in English land measurement, agricultural records, and racing contexts. Use this converter to easily interpret and update old survey measurements into furlongs.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the value you want to convert from poles
Select 'pole' as the input unit and 'furlong' as the output unit
Click the convert button to see the equivalent furlong measurement
Use the result to assist with understanding historical land distances or racecourse lengths

Key Features

Converts from pole (rod/perch) to furlong quickly and accurately
Based on established unit definitions and historical usage
Useful for interpreting old cadastral and land measurement documents
Supports traditional imperial units from surveying and agricultural contexts
Browser-based and easy to use without installation

Examples

4 Poles is equal to 0.1 Furlong
20 Poles converts to 0.5 Furlong

Common Use Cases

Interpreting distances and property boundaries in historical British and colonial land records
Converting survey measurements recorded in poles to furlongs for cadastral updates
Understanding old agricultural or civil engineering documents specifying fence or field lengths
Measuring distances in the horse racing industry using furlong units
Referencing lengths on traditional maps or sporting event descriptions

Tips & Best Practices

Verify the historical context of measurements before converting
Use the conversion primarily for traditional and cultural purposes
Cross-check results when reconciling old survey data with modern units
Be aware of the obsolescence of these units in modern scientific use
Consider the approximate nature of these units due to their historical definitions

Limitations

Pole and furlong are mostly obsolete and rarely used in current scientific measurement
Definitions may slightly vary regionally, affecting precision
Units are mainly relevant for historical or cultural interpretation rather than modern standardization
Conversion results should be used cautiously for technical or legal applications requiring high precision

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a pole unit used for?: A pole, also known as rod or perch, is a traditional English unit of length used in surveying and land measurement, particularly in historical property and cadastral contexts.
How many furlongs are in one pole?: One pole equals 0.025 furlongs based on traditional unit conversions.
Where are furlongs commonly applied today?: Furlongs are still used in horse racing distances and descriptions, as well as in some historical and agricultural land measurements.

Key Terminology

Pole: A traditional English unit of length equal to 16.5 feet or 5.0292 metres, used in surveying and land measurements.
Furlong: An imperial unit of length equal to 220 yards or 201.168 metres, historically representing the length of a furrow in a field.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is a pole also called?

Furlong

Rod

Yard

One pole is equal to how many furlongs?

0.025

0.25

2.5

In which context is the furlong still commonly used?

Horse racing

Modern engineering

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